Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where nitrile and amine functionalities are required. Its hydrochloride salt form enhances stability and solubility, making it suitable for use in controlled organic reactions. Also employed in the development of agrochemicals, including herbicides and insecticides, due to its ability to participate in carbon-chain elongation and functional group transformation. Its structure allows for further derivatization, enabling its use in research laboratories for the creation of novel organic compounds.