Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antiviral and anticancer agents. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building nitrogen-rich heterocyclic compounds. It is also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and bioactive molecules due to its reactivity and ability to form stable derivatives. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the synthesis of imidazole-based ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.