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) due to its ability to form stable heterocyclic structures. Its carboxylic acid functionality allows for easy derivatization, enabling conjugation into larger molecules for drug discovery. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its pyridine-oxygen-benzene scaffold enhances binding affinity in biological systems, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry.