This chemical is widely used in carbohydrate chemistry as a glycosyl donor for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates. Its acetyl groups protect the hydroxyl functionalities, while the trichloroacetimidate moiety acts as a highly reactive leaving group, facilitating glycosylation reactions. It is particularly valuable in the selective formation of α-glycosidic bonds, which are crucial in the construction of biologically relevant molecules such as glycoproteins and glycolipids. The compound is also employed in the development of glycoconjugate vaccines and in studies exploring carbohydrate-protein interactions. Its stability and reactivity make it a preferred reagent in both academic research and industrial applications for the production of glycosylated compounds.