Used primarily as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulators. It plays an important role in creating compounds targeting neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, and nicotine addiction. Its structural features allow for selective binding and improved metabolic stability in final drug formulations. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing novel insecticides with targeted neurotoxic effects on pests while minimizing mammalian toxicity.