Used primarily in organic synthesis as an intermediate for the production of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly those involving pyrrolidine rings. Its diethoxyethyl group facilitates reactions that require protective groups or specific functional transformations. Additionally, it is employed in the development of active ingredients for drugs targeting neurological disorders, due to its structural similarity to neurotransmitter modulators. In agrochemicals, it contributes to the creation of compounds with pesticidal or herbicidal properties.