Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, this compound is valuable for introducing the 3,5-dimethylisoxazole moiety into larger molecules. It readily reacts with amines and alcohols to form amides and esters, making it useful in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals where the isoxazole ring is a key pharmacophore. Its acyl chloride functionality allows for efficient coupling under mild conditions, which is advantageous in multi-step syntheses. It is also employed in the preparation of bioactive compounds and functional materials requiring specific heterocyclic components.