Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure supports the construction of complex heterocyclic compounds, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for drug discovery. The amine and nitrile functional groups allow for further derivatization, enabling the formation of amides, amines, and heterocycles important in optimizing drug potency and selectivity. Also employed in research settings to design novel compounds with potential anti-inflammatory, anticancer, or central nervous system activity.