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 active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting inflammatory diseases and oncology due to its ability to modulate biological pathways. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug potency and selectivity. Also employed in research for designing novel heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.