Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of sulfonamide antibiotics and antidiabetic agents. It also serves in the development of agrochemicals, contributing to the creation of herbicides and fungicides. Its structure allows for easy modification, making it valuable in building heterocyclic compounds for drug discovery and medicinal chemistry research. Additionally, it finds use in the preparation of dyes and functional materials due to its electron-rich thiazole core.