Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nicotinamide-based drugs and kinase inhibitors. Commonly employed in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for treatments targeting inflammatory diseases and certain cancers. Also utilized in agrochemicals for the creation of herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its nitrile and amine functional groups allow for versatile chemical modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery research.