Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural fungicides, particularly in the production of triazole-based antifungal agents. It exhibits strong coordination ability with metal ions, making it useful in the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for catalytic applications. Also employed in the pharmaceutical industry for designing bioactive molecules with antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Its thione group enhances reactivity in heterocyclic transformations, supporting its role in creating complex medicinal compounds.