Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its halogenated structure allows for selective cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in Suzuki and Buchwald–Hartwig reactions to introduce functionalized pyridine moieties into drug candidates. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel active ingredients with improved metabolic stability.