Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nicotinic receptor ligands and central nervous system agents. It serves as a building block in the development of drugs targeting neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's and schizophrenia. Its pyridine core enables coordination in catalytic reactions, making it useful in certain metal-catalyzed processes. Also employed in the preparation of functionalized pyridine derivatives for research in medicinal and organic chemistry.