Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions to introduce the pyridine moiety into larger drug-like compounds. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its electron-withdrawing properties and stability.