Used primarily in pharmaceutical research as a building block for synthesizing biologically active compounds. Its structure supports the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders and inflammatory conditions. Commonly employed in the preparation of imidazole-based inhibitors that modulate enzyme activity, particularly in kinase and cytochrome P450 inhibitor design. Also utilized in agrochemicals for developing novel fungicides due to the imidazole ring’s antifungal properties. Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals requiring polar aromatic ketone functionalities.