Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nicotinamide analogs and kinase inhibitors. It serves as a building block in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its reactive aldehyde and nitrile functional groups, which allow for diverse chemical transformations. Commonly employed in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds for drug discovery research. Also utilized in the manufacture of agrochemicals and functional materials where nitrogen-containing aromatic systems are required.