Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly in the production of herbicides and insecticides. Its structure enables selective reactivity in catalytic reactions, making it valuable in the development of crop protection agents. Also employed in pharmaceutical research for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds, which are common in bioactive molecules. The N-oxide functionality enhances solubility and directs regioselective substitutions, improving efficiency in multi-step syntheses.