Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of sulfonylurea herbicides, this compound plays an important role in agricultural chemistry. Its structure enables the development of highly selective herbicides that inhibit plant acetolactate synthase (ALS), an enzyme critical for branched-chain amino acid synthesis. Due to its specific reactivity and stability, it is favored in the preparation of biologically active molecules, particularly in crop protection agents. It is also explored in medicinal chemistry for potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial applications, owing to the presence of sulfonamide and amide functional groups known for their pharmacological relevance.