Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of anthranilic acid derivatives with biological activity. It serves in the development of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other medicinal agents targeting enzyme inhibition. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in creating compound libraries for drug discovery. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its ability to influence metabolic pathways in plants.