Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in antifungal and anticancer agents. It serves as a building block in the development of imidazole-based drugs due to its ability to form hydrogen bonds and interact with biological targets. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship studies. Also utilized in agrochemicals for the development of fungicides and plant growth regulators. Its amide and heterocyclic functionalities make it valuable in catalysis and coordination chemistry for ligand design.