Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antifungal agents. Its imidazole-containing structure makes it valuable for creating biologically active molecules that target fungal cell membranes. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing heterocyclic compounds with potential antimicrobial and antiproliferative properties. Also utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other enzyme-targeted drugs due to its ability to participate in selective binding interactions.