Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of herbicides and plant growth regulators. It serves as a building block in agrochemical research due to its ability to enhance selectivity and activity in crop protection agents. Also employed in the preparation of functionalized heterocyclic compounds for use in medicinal chemistry, contributing to the discovery of bioactive molecules with potential antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Its structural features make it valuable in optimizing the pharmacokinetic profiles of drug candidates.