Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Its structural features make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing heterocyclic compounds that enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its ability to modulate biological activity in target organisms. The compound's tert-butyl group contributes to lipophilicity, improving cell membrane permeability in drug design.