Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules with imidazopyridine scaffolds. Its iodo functional group allows for efficient cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck couplings, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for drug discovery programs targeting central nervous system disorders and inflammatory diseases. Also utilized in materials science for the preparation of functionalized heteroaromatic compounds with potential applications in organic electronics.