Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulators. It plays a role in the production of certain neuroactive compounds and has been explored in the context of treatments for neurological disorders such as depression, cognitive impairment, and neuropathic pain. Its structure supports binding affinity to neuronal receptors, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing drugs targeting the central nervous system. Additionally, it serves as a building block in agrochemicals for creating novel insecticides, such as neonicotinoids, with selective action on insect nervous systems.