Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly herbicides and insecticides, due to its halogen substitution pattern that enables selective reactivity. Its structure allows for further functionalization in heterocyclic chemistry, making it valuable in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig to build complex pyridine derivatives. Also utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds in medicinal chemistry research.