Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of sulfonylurea herbicides, this compound plays a key role in agricultural chemistry for developing selective weed control agents. Its structure enables the inhibition of acetolactate synthase (ALS), an enzyme critical in the biosynthesis of branched-chain amino acids in plants. Due to this mode of action, derivatives of this chemical are effective at low application rates and show high selectivity between crops and weeds. It is particularly valuable in the formulation of herbicides for rice, wheat, and other cereal crops. Additionally, its stability and reactivity make it suitable for further chemical modifications in agrochemical research and development.