Used primarily as a chiral derivatizing agent in the resolution of enantiomers, especially in the separation of racemic mixtures of amines and amino acids. Its high enantioselectivity allows for the formation of diastereomeric ureas, which can be separated by conventional techniques such as crystallization or chromatography. Also employed in asymmetric synthesis and as an intermediate in the preparation of chiral pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its reactivity toward nucleophiles makes it valuable in the development of chiral sensors and liquid crystals.