Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds and exhibits activity as a phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitor, particularly PDE4, involved in inflammatory processes. It has potential for developing treatments for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, cardiovascular conditions, hypertension, and metabolic disorders. Serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry due to its interactions with biological targets like enzymes and receptors. Also employed in preparing novel heterocyclic compounds for anti-inflammatory agents and drug discovery programs.