Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antiviral and antibacterial agents. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. It is also employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules in drug discovery research. Additionally, it serves as a building block in agrochemicals for the creation of novel pesticides and herbicides.