Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of sulfa drugs and other biologically active compounds. Its structure supports the creation of sulfonamide-based agents with antimicrobial properties. Also employed in research settings for modifying molecular frameworks to enhance drug potency and selectivity. Shows utility in agrochemical synthesis for designing herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its nitrile and sulfonamide functional groups allow for further chemical transformations, making it valuable in organic and medicinal chemistry.