Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents. Its structure supports the formation of heterocyclic compounds that are essential in drug design for targeting specific enzymes and receptors. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing pyrimidine-based bioactive molecules. Also utilized in agrochemicals for the development of novel pesticides due to its ability to enhance molecular binding and stability. Its nitrile and amine functional groups allow for diverse chemical modifications, making it valuable in combinatorial chemistry and high-throughput screening for new drug candidates.