Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nicotinamide derivatives and other biologically active compounds. It serves as a building block in agrochemicals for developing herbicides and insecticides due to its nitrogen-containing heterocyclic structure. Also employed in the preparation of specialty ligands for catalytic processes in organic synthesis. Its nitrile group allows for further functionalization, enabling the creation of amides, amines, and carboxylic acids in fine chemical manufacturing.