This chemical is primarily utilized in organic synthesis as a chiral auxiliary or building block for the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds. Its structure, featuring a thioxooxazolidinone ring, makes it effective in asymmetric synthesis, particularly in the formation of chiral intermediates for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is often employed in stereoselective reactions, such as aldol additions or alkylations, to control the stereochemistry of the resulting products. Additionally, its isopropyl group enhances steric hindrance, improving selectivity in catalytic processes. This compound is valuable in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where precise chirality is critical for biological activity.