Used in pharmaceutical synthesis as an intermediate for developing biologically active compounds, particularly in the production of kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents. Exhibits utility in research for designing drugs targeting inflammatory and neurological disorders due to its ability to modulate enzyme activity. Also employed in agrochemicals as a building block for novel pesticides with improved stability and selectivity. Its sulfone-containing structure enhances binding affinity in medicinal chemistry applications, making it valuable in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.