Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its halogenated pyridine structure makes it valuable in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecules for drug discovery. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its ability to enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity in target molecules.