Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of nitroimidazole-based drugs with antimicrobial and antiparasitic properties. Its structure supports activity against anaerobic bacteria and certain protozoa. Commonly employed in research settings to design new bioactive molecules due to the presence of reactive functional groups that allow further chemical modifications. Also explored in medicinal chemistry for potential anticancer agents owing to the electron-withdrawing nitro group and sulfone moiety enhancing cellular uptake and target interaction.