This compound is primarily utilized in organic synthesis and carbohydrate chemistry as a key intermediate for the preparation of complex glycoconjugates and glycosides. Its structure, featuring protective benzyl and benzylidene groups, makes it valuable for selective deprotection strategies, enabling the synthesis of specific glycosidic linkages. The phthalimido group serves as a protective moiety for amino functionalities, which is crucial in the synthesis of amino sugars. Additionally, the thio-glycoside linkage enhances its stability and reactivity, making it suitable for glycosylation reactions in the development of bioactive molecules, such as glycopeptides, glycolipids, and other glycosylated natural products. Its application extends to the study of enzymatic glycosylation processes and the design of carbohydrate-based drugs.