Used as an 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) due to its ability to participate in cross-coupling reactions and form complex aromatic structures. Its nitrile and aniline functionalities make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for modifying potency and selectivity of drug candidates. Also employed in research settings for designing new bioactive molecules and in the production of specialty organic compounds.