Used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals where stereochemistry plays a critical role. Its cyclic dithiazocane structure with a defined stereocenter makes it valuable for asymmetric synthesis and catalysis. The carboxylic acid and ketone functionalities allow for further chemical modifications, enabling incorporation into larger molecular frameworks. It has been explored in the design of enzyme inhibitors and antimicrobial agents due to its structural similarity to beta-lactamase inhibitor scaffolds. Additionally, its sulfur- and nitrogen-containing heterocycle contributes to metal coordination properties, potentially useful in medicinal chemistry and catalytic applications.