Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, particularly in the development of anticancer agents. Its structure enables selective binding to specific enzyme targets, making it valuable in pharmaceutical research for designing drugs that modulate cell signaling pathways. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize potency and selectivity. Also utilized in the preparation of small molecule therapeutics targeting tyrosine kinases involved in tumor growth and proliferation.