Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. It serves as a building block in the preparation of compounds with biological activity, especially in targeted therapies for oncology. Its structure supports binding to specific enzyme sites, enhancing selectivity and potency in drug candidates. Also employed in research for new anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective agents due to its favorable interaction with cellular targets. Commonly utilized in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize drug-like properties.