Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of thiazole-based drugs with antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Commonly employed in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the aminomethyl group facilitates coupling reactions in peptide-like structures. Also utilized in the design of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules due to its ability to enhance binding affinity with target enzymes. Its hydrochloride salt form improves solubility and stability in aqueous reaction environments, making it suitable for use in polar solvents during drug synthesis.