Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, this compound plays a key role in the preparation of heterocyclic systems, particularly in the construction of guanidine-containing structures. It is employed in pharmaceutical synthesis where the guanidine moiety is required, such as in certain antiviral, antihypertensive, or antimicrobial agents. Its reactivity allows for facile incorporation into peptide-like frameworks, making it useful in medicinal chemistry for modifying bioactive molecules. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the development of agrochemicals and functional materials due to its ability to form stable derivatives with carbonyl and isocyanate compounds.