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I use it on doors with no damage that just need to change colour or sprucing up. Usually flat doors although it works with mouldings. The principal is not damaging the surface by sanding just to have to repair it with paint. 240 grit soft pads are an option but the liquid seems to take everything off a bit more reliably.
There are a few deglossing products available. I've used this one. You need to protect your lungs when you use it though.
https://www.decoratingdirect.co.uk/viewprod/k/KRUDKUTTER_GLOSS_OFF/
I would normally go with water based on top these days. I like an oil based eggshell finish but it's a pain to work with. Alkyd eggshell is a water based clean up as far as I know. I only mention it instead of acrylic eggshell as I've been introduced to it recently and it was easier to apply with a brush to a front door and to railings.
I am only recommending not sanding if you have flat 'clean' surfaces which a lot of modern furniture has.