Used primarily in the synthesis of energetic materials due to its high nitrogen content and thermal stability. It serves as a key building block in the development of high-performance explosives and propellants, where it contributes to improved detonation properties and reduced sensitivity. Its structure allows for functionalization to form salts or derivatives that enhance energetic performance. Also investigated as a precursor in heterocyclic chemistry for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly where nitrogen-rich scaffolds are beneficial. Its carboxylic acid and amino groups enable peptide-like coupling reactions, useful in designing bioactive compounds.