This compound is primarily used in organic synthesis as an intermediate for the production of more complex molecules. Its structure, featuring both an ethoxyacrylamide group and a benzoic acid moiety, makes it valuable in the development of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting specific diseases. Additionally, it can be employed in the creation of specialty chemicals, such as dyes or polymers, where its functional groups contribute to desired properties like solubility or reactivity. Its application in research also extends to the study of chemical reactions involving conjugated systems and amide linkages.