Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly herbicides and insecticides. Its structure allows for the development of compounds with high selectivity and activity against specific pests. Commonly employed in the production of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonists, which are important in systemic crop protection agents. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry for building blocks in the development of bioactive molecules and pharmaceuticals targeting neurological pathways. Its aldehyde functional group enables easy derivatization, making it valuable in multi-step organic synthesis for introducing pyridine-based scaffolds.