Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of neonicotinoid insecticides, particularly in the production of flupyradifurone, a systemic insecticide effective against sucking pests such as aphids, whiteflies, and planthoppers. Its structure, featuring halogen and cyano substituents, allows for selective reactivity, enabling efficient coupling reactions in agrochemical manufacturing. It serves as a versatile building block for further functionalization in heterocyclic chemistry, especially in creating bioactive molecules with improved pesticidal activity and environmental safety profiles.