Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of sulfonylurea herbicides, this compound plays a key role in agricultural chemistry for controlling broadleaf weeds and grasses in crops such as rice and wheat. Its structure enables effective binding to the acetolactate synthase (ALS) enzyme in plants, disrupting amino acid synthesis and leading to weed growth inhibition. Due to its specificity and potency, it contributes to the development of low-dose, high-efficiency herbicides with reduced environmental impact. It is also explored in medicinal chemistry for potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial applications, owing to the presence of trifluoromethyl and sulfonyl moieties known for bioactivity.