Used as a sulfonylurea herbicide in agriculture, this compound effectively controls annual and perennial grasses and certain broadleaf weeds in crops such as maize (corn). It works by inhibiting the enzyme acetolactate synthase (ALS), which is essential for branched-chain amino acid synthesis in plants, leading to cessation of cell division and plant growth. Applied post-emergence at low rates, it offers high selectivity between crops and weeds, allowing effective weed management with minimal impact on crop yield. Its systemic action enables translocation within the plant, ensuring thorough control. Due to its mode of action and low application rates, it fits well into integrated pest management programs and helps reduce soil erosion by supporting no-till farming practices.