Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of sulfonylurea herbicides, particularly in the production of certain acetolactate synthase (ALS) inhibitors. It plays a key role in agrochemical formulations designed to control broadleaf weeds in cereal crops. Its structure allows for effective binding to plant enzyme targets, resulting in selective weed management with low application rates. Also investigated for use in developing new anti-inflammatory agents due to its sulfonamide moiety, which can exhibit biological activity in mammalian systems.