Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical research. It serves as a building block for kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies in oncology. The presence of reactive functional groups allows for further derivatization, enabling the development of novel drug candidates. Its structure supports interactions with specific enzyme active sites, making it valuable in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for optimizing lead compounds due to its favorable reactivity and stability under various coupling conditions.