Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pigments, particularly for producing red and violet shades in organic colorants. Employed in the manufacture of fluorescent whitening agents for textiles and paper. Serves as a building block in pharmaceuticals, especially in the development of compounds with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Also utilized in agrochemicals for the production of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators. Its aromatic nitrile structure makes it valuable in organic synthesis for constructing complex heterocyclic systems.