Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of anxiolytic and sedative agents. It serves as a building block in the preparation of imidazopyridine-based drugs, which interact with benzodiazepine receptors in the central nervous system. Its structure allows for selective modification, enabling optimization of pharmacokinetic properties in drug candidates. Also employed in research for novel bioactive molecules and in the design of receptor ligands for neurological disorders.