Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. It serves as a building block in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its ability to participate in ring-forming reactions and form biologically active molecules. Its nitrile and amine functional groups allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug potency and selectivity. Also employed in research settings for designing novel compounds with potential neurological or anti-inflammatory activity.