Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It serves in the preparation of various amine-containing compounds, including drugs with central nervous system activity. Its structure allows for derivatization in medicinal chemistry, making it valuable in developing analgesics, antidepressants, and stimulants. Also employed in research settings for creating novel organic molecules and in the production of agrochemicals. Due to its reactivity, it is useful in multi-step organic syntheses, particularly in transformations involving imine or enamine chemistry.