Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of antibacterial agents, particularly in the development of oxazolidinone-class antibiotics. It plays a critical role in constructing the core structure of pharmaceuticals targeting drug-resistant bacterial infections, such as those caused by MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus). The compound's chiral center and reactive functional groups allow for selective chemical modifications, enabling optimization of antimicrobial activity and pharmacokinetic properties in final drug candidates.