This compound is primarily utilized in organic synthesis as a chiral auxiliary or reagent, particularly in asymmetric synthesis to induce stereoselectivity in chemical reactions. It is often employed in the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds, such as pharmaceuticals or complex natural products, by facilitating the formation of specific stereocenters. The tert-butyldimethylsilyl (TBS) protecting group enhances the stability of the intermediate during reactions, while the sulfinamide moiety acts as a directing group to control the stereochemistry of nucleophilic additions. Its application is particularly valuable in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, where precise control over molecular configuration is critical for efficacy and function.