Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of antituberculosis agents like isoniazid derivatives. It also serves as a building block in the development of chelating agents due to its ability to form stable complexes with metal ions. Its structural features make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing enzyme inhibitors and in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds with biological activity. Additionally, it finds use in research for developing new catalysts and functional materials.