Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of local anesthetics and anti-inflammatory agents. It serves as a building block in organic reactions where its ketone functionality allows for nucleophilic addition or condensation reactions, facilitating the formation of more complex molecules. Its aromatic and cyclopropyl groups contribute to enhanced structural rigidity, which is beneficial in drug design for improving metabolic stability and target selectivity. Also employed in the development of agrochemicals and specialty chemicals due to its reactive framework.