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 the production of drugs targeting neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating analogs with enhanced biological activity. Also employed in agrochemical research for developing new pesticides due to its pyridine core, which is known for favorable bioavailability and stability in biological systems.