Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its structure enables selective cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki-Miyaura coupling, allowing for efficient construction of complex molecules in drug discovery. Commonly employed in research settings to introduce methoxy-substituted pyridine motifs into target compounds, enhancing binding affinity and metabolic stability. Also utilized in the preparation of analogs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its reactive boronic acid group and halogen handle for further functionalization.