TAME is primarily used as a gasoline additive to improve fuel performance. It increases the octane number of gasoline, helping engines run more smoothly and efficiently. As an oxygenate, it promotes more complete combustion, which reduces emissions of carbon monoxide and unburned hydrocarbons. TAME is especially useful in reformulated fuels aimed at reducing air pollution in urban areas. Its physical and chemical properties make it compatible with existing fuel infrastructure, allowing for easy blending and distribution. Due to its lower volatility compared to some other ethers, TAME contributes less to evaporative emissions, making it environmentally favorable in certain fuel formulations.