Antibacterial agent 162 trifluoromethanesulfonate (compound 7) is an antibacterial agent that exhibits potent inhibitory activity against Staphylococcus aureus , including MRSA. Antibacterial agent 162 trifluoromethanesulfonate is also an anticancer agent and exhibits antiproliferative activity against colon cancer and non-small cell lung cancer cells. Antibacterial agent 162 trifluoromethanesulfonate can be used in anticancer and antibacterial research.