Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and analgesic agents. It serves as a building block in organic synthesis due to the presence of both amide and carboxylic acid functional groups, enabling peptide coupling and derivatization reactions. Also employed in the preparation of bioactive molecules and drug candidates targeting central nervous system disorders. Its methoxy-substituted aromatic structure enhances lipophilicity, which can improve cell membrane permeability in drug design.