Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other central nervous system agents. Its structure supports the formation of bioactive molecules due to the presence of both a rigid dioxane ring and a reactive nitrile group. The compound is also employed in agrochemical research for designing herbicides and fungicides, where the dioxane moiety enhances stability and membrane permeability. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the preparation of liquid crystals and organic electronic materials, benefiting from its planar, conjugated framework.