Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and analgesic agents. Its structure supports the creation of pyrazole-based bioactive molecules, which are common in drugs targeting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes. Also employed in agrochemicals for the design of herbicides and fungicides due to its ability to enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity in active compounds. Additionally, it serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for optimizing lead compounds in drug discovery programs.