Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its halogen substituents allow for selective cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, enabling the construction of complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in research and development for drug discovery due to its versatility in forming carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds. Also utilized in the preparation of functionalized pyridine derivatives that serve as building blocks in medicinal chemistry.