Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of sulfonylurea herbicides, this compound plays a key role in agricultural chemistry for developing selective weed control agents. Its structure allows for the modulation of plant growth processes by inhibiting acetolactate synthase (ALS), an enzyme critical in amino acid biosynthesis in plants. Due to its reactivity and functional groups, it is also employed in the preparation of bioactive molecules and pharmaceuticals where sulfonamide linkages are required. Additionally, it serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for designing enzyme inhibitors and other therapeutic agents.