Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of anthranilic acid derivatives, which are important in the development of pharmaceuticals, particularly non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and COX-2 inhibitors. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex heterocyclic systems. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing new herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its ability to mimic aromatic signaling molecules in biological systems.