Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of sulfonamide-based drugs and antimicrobial agents. Its structure allows for functionalization at multiple sites, making it valuable in creating heterocyclic compounds with biological activity. Commonly employed in research settings for designing kinase inhibitors and other enzyme-targeted therapies. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its ability to modulate biochemical pathways in plants.