[1] Aliquat 336 is used as a phase transfer catalyst,[2] including in the catalytic oxidation of cyclohexene to 1,6-hexanedioic acid.

[3] This reaction is an example of green chemistry, as it is more environmentally friendly than the traditional method of oxidizing cyclohexanol or cyclohexanone with nitric acid or potassium permanganate, which produce hazardous wastes.

[5] Aliquat 336 has been used for the extraction of metals by acting as a liquid anion exchanger.

It is commonly used as a solution in hydrocarbon solvents such as aromatic kerosene.

In addition, foaming has also been controlled by using this agent during the treatment of wastewater containing anionic surfactants.