Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly herbicides and fungicides. Its structure allows for the development of compounds with high selectivity and efficacy against broadleaf weeds and fungal pathogens in crops. Commonly employed in the production of sulfonylurea-type herbicides, where it contributes to improved metabolic stability and herbicidal activity. Also utilized in research for developing new crop protection agents due to its reactive functional groups that enable further chemical modifications.