Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It serves as a chiral building block in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients, particularly in the production of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other analgesic agents. Its structure allows for selective reactions in asymmetric synthesis, making it valuable in creating enantiomerically pure compounds. Also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and specialty polymers due to its amine functionality and aromatic substitution pattern.