Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of antitubercular and antiviral agents. It serves as a building block in the development of pyridine-based drug candidates due to its reactive amino and aldehyde functional groups, which allow for easy modification and ring formation. Commonly employed in the preparation of fused heterocyclic compounds such as imidazopyridines and triazolopyridines, which exhibit biological activity. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing novel pesticides and herbicides. Its ability to form Schiff bases makes it valuable in coordination chemistry for creating metal-organic frameworks and catalysts.