Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its halogen substituents allow for selective cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex pyridine-based structures. Commonly employed in Suzuki and Buchwald–Hartwig reactions to introduce aryl or amino groups. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel active ingredients due to its electron-deficient ring system and functional group compatibility.