Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its structure allows for functionalization in multi-step reactions, making it valuable in creating active ingredients that target specific enzyme pathways in plants. Also employed in the production of specialty chemicals where nitrile and amine functionalities are needed for further derivatization. Its steric hindrance from isopropyl groups enhances selectivity in reactions, improving yield and purity in final products.