Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It serves as a building block for sulfur-containing compounds due to the thioether functional group. Commonly employed in the development of crop protection agents and active ingredients in pesticides. Also utilized in the synthesis of certain flavor and fragrance compounds, where sulfur functionalities contribute to aroma profiles. Its reactivity allows for easy modification in multi-step synthetic routes, making it valuable in research and industrial chemistry.