Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of sulfonamide-based pharmaceuticals. It serves in the development of bioactive molecules due to the sulfonamide functional group, which is commonly found in antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents. Also employed in agrochemical synthesis for creating herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its alkyl chain enhances lipophilicity, improving membrane permeability in drug design. Additionally, it can act as a building block in the synthesis of specialty polymers and surfactants.