Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of local anesthetics and analgesics. It serves as a building block in the development of drugs that act on the central nervous system. Its structure allows for easy modification to form active compounds with pain-relieving properties. Also employed in the preparation of epoxy resin curing agents, enhancing the thermal and mechanical stability of polymer systems. Additionally, it finds use in the creation of agrochemicals and dyes due to its reactivity and functional group compatibility.