Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It serves as a building block in the development of sulfur-containing compounds with biological activity. Commonly employed in the synthesis of certain anti-inflammatory agents and antioxidants. Also utilized in the fragrance industry due to its aromatic characteristics, contributing to the creation of complex scent profiles in perfumes and flavorings. Its reactivity, including oxidation to sulfoxides or sulfones, makes it valuable in cross-coupling reactions and other transformations in research and industrial settings.