This compound is primarily utilized in the field of medicinal chemistry as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various sulfonamide-based pharmaceuticals. Sulfonamides are known for their antibacterial properties, and this specific derivative can be used to develop drugs targeting bacterial infections. Additionally, it may serve as a building block in the creation of more complex molecules for research into potential treatments for diseases where sulfonamide structures are effective. Its incorporation into drug design is particularly relevant in the development of agents that inhibit bacterial enzymes, such as dihydropteroate synthase, which is crucial for bacterial folate synthesis.