Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) active agents. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with potential antidepressant, anxiolytic, or antipsychotic activity. The amine and nitrile functional groups allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex drug molecules. It is also employed in research settings to design and optimize new bioactive compounds targeting neurological disorders.