Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing. It serves as a building block in the production of bioactive molecules due to the presence of both a reactive ketone group and a morpholine ring, which is commonly found in medicinal compounds. Its structure supports the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders and antimicrobial agents. Also employed in photochemical reactions and as a photoinitiator in polymer chemistry, where it helps initiate cross-linking under UV light. Its solubility and stability make it suitable for use in various solvent systems during synthesis processes.