Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly herbicides. It plays a key role in the production of sulfonylurea-type herbicides, which are valued for their high efficacy at low application rates and selectivity between crops and weeds. The compound’s structure allows for efficient coupling reactions in the formation of sulfonylurea linkages, a critical step in building the active herbicidal molecule. Its stability and reactivity profile make it suitable for use in multi-step industrial syntheses where controlled ester hydrolysis or aminolysis can be performed to generate the final active ingredient.