Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its structure supports the construction of complex heterocyclic systems found in drug candidates targeting cancer and inflammatory diseases. The nitrile and ester functionalities allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building molecular diversity. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing new pesticides and herbicides due to its reactivity and ability to mimic bioactive motifs.