Widely used in the pharmaceutical industry as a key intermediate in the synthesis of β-lactam antibiotics, particularly cephalosporins. Its structure supports the construction of the thiazole ring system, which is essential for the biological activity of these antibiotics. It is also employed in the preparation of other bioactive molecules and heterocyclic compounds due to its amine and ester functional groups, which allow for versatile chemical modifications. Commonly utilized in research settings for developing new antimicrobial agents and in process optimization for antibiotic manufacturing.