Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of agrochemicals and active ingredients in crop protection products. Its structure allows for selective substitution reactions, making it valuable in creating herbicides and fungicides. Also employed in the preparation of fluorinated pyridine derivatives that exhibit enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability. Widely utilized in research and development for novel drug candidates due to its ability to improve binding affinity and bioavailability in medicinal chemistry.