Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating analogs in drug discovery programs. Commonly employed in the preparation of compounds targeting inflammatory diseases, cancer, and central nervous system disorders. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its reactivity and stability in various synthetic pathways.