Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions to introduce the pyridine core into larger drug-like molecules. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing new active ingredients due to its reactivity and stability in multi-step syntheses.