Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and antimicrobial agents. Its structure allows for selective modifications, making it valuable in creating targeted drug candidates. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides with improved efficacy and selectivity. The compound's halogenated pyridine core enhances binding affinity in various biological systems, supporting its use in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.