Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its pyrimidine ring structure enables integration into biologically active molecules, enhancing their binding affinity. Commonly employed in the preparation of sulfonylurea herbicides, where it contributes to the inhibition of acetolactate synthase (ALS), an enzyme critical for amino acid synthesis in plants. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry for constructing heterocyclic compounds with potential antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory activity. Its ester functionality allows for easy modification in multi-step organic syntheses.