Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting central nervous system disorders and anti-inflammatory agents. It serves as a building block in agrochemicals for developing herbicides and insecticides due to its reactive chlorine and nitro groups that allow further functionalization. Commonly employed in research and development for creating novel pyridine-based compounds with potential biological activity. Its structure enables selective substitutions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates.