Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of sulfonamide-based drugs. It plays a role in creating compounds with potential diuretic, antihypertensive, and carbonic anhydrase inhibitory activities. Its structure supports the design of molecules targeting enzyme inhibition, especially in treatments related to glaucoma and edema. Also utilized in research for developing new anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents due to its ability to modulate biological pathways involving sulfonamide functionality.