Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. Its structure supports the design of compounds targeting tyrosine kinases, which play a role in signal transduction pathways involved in tumor growth. Also employed in medicinal chemistry research to explore new bioactive molecules due to its favorable binding properties with biological targets. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the preparation of fluorinated and chlorinated heterocyclic compounds to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug candidates.