Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly in the production of herbicides such as triazolopyrimidine-based compounds effective against broadleaf weeds, and plant growth regulators. Its structure allows for easy modification, making it valuable in developing compounds with selective activity against weeds. Also employed in the preparation of certain pharmaceuticals, where it serves as a building block for active ingredients targeting metabolic pathways in microorganisms. Commonly utilized in research and development for new crop protection agents due to its reactivity and stability in various chemical transformations.