Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. It serves as a building block in the preparation of ligands for catalytic processes, especially in transition metal-catalyzed reactions. Its structure supports chelation with metals, making it valuable in designing catalysts for C–C bond formation. Also employed in the production of dyes and functional materials due to its aromatic and amine functionalities.