Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its structure allows for derivatization to enhance bioavailability and target specificity in crop protection agents. Also employed in the preparation of sulfonamide and amide derivatives that show activity in controlling weed growth. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the creation of pyrimidine-based compounds with potential use in agrochemical research and development.