Used as a fluorescent derivatization reagent in analytical chemistry, particularly for the detection and quantification of amino acids and peptides in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). Its fluorogenic properties allow for sensitive detection at low concentrations, making it valuable in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. The compound reacts selectively with primary amines, forming stable, highly detectable adducts useful in metabolic studies and proteomics. Also employed in enzyme activity assays where visualization of amide bond cleavage or amino group release is required.