Used primarily in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate in the synthesis of various drugs, particularly sulfonamide-based antibiotics. It plays a key role in developing compounds with antibacterial properties, targeting a wide range of bacterial infections. Additionally, it is utilized in research and development for creating new therapeutic agents, especially in the field of antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory medications. Its sulfonamide group is essential for binding to bacterial enzymes, inhibiting their function and preventing bacterial growth.