Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of hydrazide-based drugs with antimicrobial and antifungal properties. It serves as a building block in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds such as 1,3,4-oxadiazoles and 1,3,4-thiadiazoles, which are known for their biological activity. Also employed in medicinal chemistry research for designing enzyme inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in optimizing drug candidates during early-stage drug discovery.