Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly herbicides and insecticides. It plays a key role in the production of plant growth regulators and crop protection agents due to its chlorine and pyridine ring structure, which enhances biological activity. Also utilized in the development of pharmaceuticals where chlorinated pyridine derivatives are needed for their metabolic stability and reactivity. Its methyl group allows for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in research and industrial organic synthesis.