Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulators. It serves as a building block in agrochemicals for creating herbicides and insecticides due to its reactive functional groups. The compound's structure allows for easy modification, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing pyridine-based drug candidates. Also employed in research for developing new bioactive molecules with potential antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties.