Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nicotinic receptor agonists and antagonists. It plays a role in developing drugs targeting neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and schizophrenia. Its structure allows for selective modification, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating analogs with enhanced binding affinity and pharmacokinetic properties. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing new pesticides with improved selectivity and lower toxicity.