Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of herbicides and insecticides. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in creating active ingredients that target specific pests or plant processes. Commonly employed in reactions where nitro group reduction or nucleophilic aromatic substitution takes place to form more complex pyridine derivatives. Also utilized in research for developing new crop protection agents due to its reactivity and stability under various reaction conditions.