Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of pyrethroid insecticides. Its functional groups—nitrile and ketone—allow for versatile chemical transformations, enabling the construction of complex molecules. It is also employed in fragrance chemistry due to its ability to contribute to fruity, floral aroma profiles in certain derivatives. The compound's reactivity makes it valuable in organic synthesis for carbon-chain extension and heterocycle formation.