Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of sulfonamide-based pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It serves as a protecting group for amines due to its stability under various reaction conditions and can be easily removed when needed. Also employed in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and as a building block in the development of bioactive molecules, including antimicrobial and antitumor agents. Its imine functionality allows for participation in cycloaddition and nucleophilic addition reactions, making it valuable in constructing complex molecular frameworks.