Used primarily in the synthesis of corticosteroids, this compound serves as a key intermediate in the production of anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive drugs. Its structural features allow for selective modifications to create active pharmaceutical ingredients found in treatments for asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and skin disorders. Due to the presence of reactive ketone groups and the strained epoxide ring, it is highly suitable for chemical transformations that introduce functional groups necessary for biological activity. It is especially valuable in steroid chemistry for enabling efficient, stereocontrolled reactions during drug development.