Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly herbicides and fungicides, and in the development of pharmaceuticals due to its structural similarity to bioactive heterocyclic benzothiazole compounds. Its derivatives show potential in research for antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory agents, and antioxidants. Additionally, it is employed in the formulation of dyes and UV stabilizers for polymers, offering improved resistance to environmental degradation. It is also utilized in pharmaceutical research to develop new drugs with specific targets in the nervous and immune systems.