Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain cephalosporin antibiotics. The compound plays a key role in the production of semi-synthetic beta-lactam antibiotics, particularly those designed to resist degradation by bacterial enzymes. Its structure allows for modification at key positions to enhance antimicrobial activity, improve pharmacokinetics, or increase stability against beta-lactamases. Commonly employed in pharmaceutical manufacturing to develop broad-spectrum antibiotics effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.