Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. It serves as a building block in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its reactive amine and heterocyclic structure, which facilitate coupling reactions in drug design. Commonly employed in research settings for the creation of novel compounds targeting inflammatory diseases and central nervous system disorders. Its chloro and methoxy functional groups allow for selective modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.