Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents. Its structure supports the creation of biologically active molecules by enabling selective modifications in drug design. Commonly employed in research settings for constructing imidazopyridine-based scaffolds, which are known for their pharmacological activity, including anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties. Also utilized in the preparation of labeled compounds for metabolic studies and in high-throughput screening assays to identify potential drug candidates.