Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nicotinic receptor agonists and other neuroactive compounds. Commonly employed in the development of drugs targeting neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's and schizophrenia. Also utilized in agrochemical synthesis for crop protection agents. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building more complex molecules. Frequently used in research settings for heterocyclic compound development and in the preparation of pyridine-based catalysts.