Used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of complex molecules requiring alkyne functionality and ester groups. Its structure allows for selective transformations, such as coupling reactions and reductions, making it valuable in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. The presence of the triple bond enables click chemistry applications and enables further carbon chain elongation. Commonly employed in the development of specialty chemicals where steric hindrance from the dimethyl group influences reaction pathways and product selectivity.