Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in pharmaceuticals targeting central nervous system disorders. It serves as a building block for pyrazolopyrimidine derivatives, which show potential as anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, and anti-inflammatory agents. Its nitrile and carbonyl functional groups allow for easy modification, enabling the development of diverse compound libraries for drug discovery. Also applied in agrochemical research for designing new pesticides with improved efficacy and selectivity.