This compound is primarily utilized in the field of organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry. It serves as a key intermediate in the development of glycosidase inhibitors, which are important for studying carbohydrate metabolism and designing therapeutic agents for diseases like diabetes and viral infections. Additionally, it is used in the synthesis of glycosylated compounds, aiding in the exploration of glycobiology and the development of novel drug candidates. Its thiourea moiety also makes it valuable in the study of enzyme inhibition and molecular recognition processes.