Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of thiazole-based pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of sulfathiazole antibiotics. It plays a key role in constructing the thiazole ring system found in antimicrobial agents. Commonly employed in organic synthesis for creating biologically active compounds, including kinase inhibitors and antiviral drugs. Its chloroacetamido group allows for further alkylation or nucleophilic substitution, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex heterocyclic structures. Also utilized in research settings to develop new drug candidates targeting bacterial and fungal infections.