Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of nicotinic receptor agonists and antagonists. It plays a key role in creating analogs of nicotine for research into neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and schizophrenia. Its structure allows for strong binding to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, making it valuable in drug discovery and design. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing new classes of insecticides targeting insect nervous systems.