Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules targeting neurological and inflammatory disorders. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing pyridine-based drug candidates. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki-Miyaura and Buchwald-Hartwig aminations to build complex heterocyclic systems found in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides with improved selectivity and environmental profiles.