Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for agrochemicals and medicinal compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in creating complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig aminations to build biaryl or aryl amine systems. Also utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds due to the presence of halogen and nitrile groups that serve as reaction handles. Its versatility supports applications in drug discovery and process chemistry.