Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to its reactive nitrile and heterocyclic groups. It serves in the preparation of bioactive molecules, particularly in constructing benzoxazole-based compounds with potential antimicrobial, antifungal, or anti-inflammatory properties. Also employed in the development of fluorescent probes and dyes, leveraging the inherent fluorescence of the benzoxazole moiety for sensing applications in biological and environmental systems. Its versatility makes it valuable in medicinal chemistry and materials science.