This chemical is widely used as a fluorescent derivatization reagent in analytical chemistry. It is particularly effective for the sensitive detection and quantification of carboxylic acids, amino acids, and other compounds in biological and environmental samples. Its application is crucial in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) for enhancing the fluorescence of analytes, enabling precise and accurate measurements. Additionally, it is employed in proteomics and metabolomics studies to label and identify biomolecules, aiding in the understanding of complex biological processes. Its chiral nature also makes it valuable in enantiomeric separation and analysis, ensuring high specificity in detecting optically active compounds.