Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in pharmaceuticals targeting kinase inhibitors and antimicrobial agents. Its aldehyde functionality allows for further derivatization, such as condensation reactions to form imines or extended conjugated systems useful in drug design. The protected amine group enables selective deprotection and coupling in peptide-like structures. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building heterocyclic scaffolds with potential antitumor and anti-inflammatory activities.