Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of antifungal agents, particularly in the production of triazole-based pharmaceuticals like fluconazole and related derivatives. Its aldehyde group allows for easy functionalization, enabling the formation of Schiff bases or reduction to primary alcohols for further derivatization. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing biologically active molecules targeting fungal infections. Also utilized in the development of agrochemicals and coordination chemistry as a ligand precursor.