Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulators. It serves as a building block in agrochemicals for creating herbicides and insecticides due to its halogenated pyridine structure, which enhances bioactivity. Also employed in research for designing novel compounds with potential neurological effects. Its functional groups allow for selective cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery.