Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of sulfonylurea herbicides, particularly in the production of agrochemicals that target broadleaf weeds in crops like rice and wheat. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in building active ingredients that inhibit acetolactate synthase (ALS) in plants. Also employed in the development of pharmaceuticals, especially in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules due to its pyrimidine core, which is common in medicinal chemistry. Commonly utilized in research settings for designing new compounds with potential antiviral or anticancer properties.