Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its thioether functionality makes it valuable in constructing sulfur-containing active ingredients, particularly in the development of herbicides and plant growth regulators. It also serves in organic synthesis for introducing the isopropylthioethyl ester group, enabling further functionalization in complex molecule assembly. Its reactivity allows for efficient transformations in multi-step synthetic routes, especially in the preparation of biologically active compounds.