Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure supports the development of active ingredients in crop protection products, particularly in herbicides and plant growth regulators. The amine and thioether functional groups allow for versatile reactivity, making it valuable in creating complex organic molecules. It is also employed in research settings for developing compounds with biological activity, including potential therapeutic agents. Due to its reactivity and functional groups, it plays a role in the preparation of specialty chemicals requiring chiral centers or sulfur-containing motifs.