Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and agrochemicals. Its structure allows for selective binding in biological systems, making it valuable in creating active ingredients for crop protection agents and targeted therapies in medicinal chemistry. The compound's halogenated pyridine core enhances reactivity and binding affinity, which is exploited in cross-coupling reactions during drug synthesis. It is also employed in research settings to design novel compounds with improved metabolic stability and potency.