Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its bromo and hydroxymethyl functional groups allow for selective modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig aminations to introduce pyridine-based scaffolds into drug candidates. Also utilized in the preparation of agrochemicals and functional materials where substituted pyridines enhance stability and binding affinity.