Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates where the fluorine atom enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules targeting central nervous system disorders and inflammatory diseases. Also utilized in the formation of Schiff bases for use in coordination chemistry and as a building block in agrochemicals for designing novel pesticides with improved selectivity. Its amino and aldehyde functional groups allow for versatile reactivity in multistep organic syntheses.