Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. Its nitrile groups allow for further functionalization, making it valuable in creating complex organic molecules. Also employed in materials science for constructing coordination polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its ability to act as a rigid, bidentate ligand. Shows potential in optoelectronic applications owing to its conjugated structure and electron-withdrawing properties.