Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antiviral and anticancer agents. Its structure supports the formation of nucleoside analogs, which can interfere with viral replication or disrupt DNA synthesis in tumor cells. Also employed in agrochemicals for creating herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its ability to mimic biological pyrimidines. Commonly utilized in research settings for designing new bioactive molecules and in combinatorial chemistry for drug discovery.