N-Benzyl-2-chloronicotinamide is a specialty chemical intermediate primarily used in the synthesis of neonicotinoid insecticides in the agrochemical industry. It serves as a key building block for developing effective pesticides that target the insect nervous system, such as those acting on aphids, worms, and other pests. Additionally, it finds applications in pharmaceutical research as a precursor for nicotinamide-based bioactive molecules, including potential kinase inhibitors and therapeutic agents for inflammatory, oncological, and neurological diseases. The chloro and benzyl groups enable selective functionalization in multi-step organic syntheses, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery.