Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in research settings to design drug candidates targeting neurological disorders and cancer. Also utilized in the preparation of analogs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its stable pyridine core and reactive azetidine moiety.