Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald–Hartwig aminations, to build complex molecules for drug discovery. Also utilized in the preparation of agrochemicals and functional materials where brominated pyridine derivatives are required.