Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of sulfonylurea herbicides. It plays a key role in agrochemical manufacturing by enabling the formation of sulfamide linkages that are critical for herbicidal activity. Its reactivity allows for efficient coupling with heterocyclic amines to produce active ingredients effective against broadleaf weeds in crops like rice and wheat. Also utilized in the development of certain functional polymers due to its ability to introduce sulfamoyl groups into organic frameworks.