Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It plays a key role in the development of certain fungicides and herbicides due to the stability imparted by the tert-butyl carbamate group and the electron-withdrawing effect of the dichlorophenyl moiety. Its structure allows for selective reactions in multi-step organic syntheses, making it valuable in creating active ingredients that target specific plant pathogens. Additionally, it has been explored in medicinal chemistry for modifying peptide-like compounds to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.