Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the production of heterocyclic compounds. Its reactive aldehyde and nitrile groups allow for versatile transformations, including cyclization reactions to form pyridines, oxazoles, and other nitrogen-containing rings. Commonly employed in the development of active ingredients for herbicides and fungicides due to the presence of the chlorophenyl moiety, which can enhance bioactivity. Also utilized in research settings for constructing complex organic molecules through multi-step synthetic pathways.