Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It plays a key role in the production of active ingredients for medications, particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents. In the agricultural sector, it is utilized to create herbicides and pesticides that help protect crops from pests and diseases. Additionally, it serves as a building block in organic chemistry for the preparation of more complex chemical compounds. Its reactivity with other chemical groups makes it valuable in research and industrial applications for developing new materials and chemical processes.