Used primarily as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. It serves as a building block in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting inflammatory diseases and neurological disorders. Its nitrile and heterocyclic structure allows for versatile functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for drug discovery. Also employed in the creation of agrochemicals and bioactive molecules due to its stability and reactivity profile.