It is the precursor material for preparation of cadmium sulfide quantum dots. Also employed in the pulp and paper industry. It is likewise employed in the making of colors and dyestuffs. It is too useful in the trace quantities for the rapid synthesis of small silver nanocubes through mediating polyol reduction. It has as a significant role in breaking up the feather keratin useful for the preparation of bio-polymer.

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