Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It plays a key role in constructing heterocyclic compounds due to its active carbonyl and amino functional groups. Commonly employed in organic synthesis for peptide coupling and in the development of agrochemicals and dyes. Its structure allows for easy modification, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating analogs and derivatives with enhanced biological activity.