Used primarily as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the preparation of guanidine-containing compounds with biological activity. It serves as a building block in the development of kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents. Its structure facilitates interactions with enzyme active sites, making it valuable in drug design for targeting specific metabolic pathways. Also employed in the production of agrochemicals and bioactive heterocycles due to its ability to enhance solubility and binding affinity in final active ingredients.