Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to its ability to form complex organic structures. Its phenolic and imine functional groups make it suitable for catalytic studies and coordination chemistry, particularly in the development of Schiff base ligands for metal complexes. These complexes often exhibit biological activity and are explored for use in antimicrobial agents or as catalysts in organic transformations. Also applied in the development of sensors and dyes because of its electron-donating properties and structural stability.