Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly herbicides and plant growth regulators. It plays an important role in the production of sulfonylurea-type herbicides, which are valued for their high efficacy at low application rates and favorable environmental profile. The compound's structure allows for further functionalization, making it suitable for building active ingredients that target specific enzyme systems in weeds, such as acetolactate synthase (ALS) inhibitors. Its reactivity and stability under various synthesis conditions make it a preferred building block in agrochemical manufacturing processes.