Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of herbicides and plant growth regulators. It serves as a building block in reactions where the chlorine group can be displaced to introduce other functional groups, enabling the development of more complex molecules. Its ethoxy and pyridine moieties contribute to enhanced lipophilicity and stability in biologically active compounds. Commonly employed in the manufacture of selective chloroacetanilide-type herbicides used in corn and soybean cultivation. Also utilized in research for developing novel kinase inhibitors and other therapeutic agents.