Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of sulfonylurea herbicides, particularly in the production of rice herbicides like pyriminobac-methyl and related compounds. Its structure allows for selective substitution reactions, making it valuable in agrochemical manufacturing for introducing pyrimidine moieties. Commonly employed in the development of crop protection agents due to its reactivity and stability in multi-step organic transformations. Also utilized in research for designing new herbicidal agents targeting acetolactate synthase (ALS) inhibition.