Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of drugs targeting tuberculosis and other bacterial infections. It plays a role in the development of hydrazide-based compounds, which are known for their antimicrobial and antifungal properties. Additionally, it is utilized in organic chemistry research for the preparation of Schiff bases, which have applications in material science and as corrosion inhibitors. Its derivatives are also explored for potential use in cancer therapy due to their ability to inhibit specific enzymes involved in tumor growth.