Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where halogenated pyridine derivatives are required. Its functional groups allow for selective substitutions, making it valuable in constructing complex molecules in drug discovery. Also employed in agrochemical synthesis for creating novel pesticides and herbicides due to its reactivity and stability. Commonly utilized in research laboratories for building blocks in heterocyclic chemistry and in the preparation of ligands for catalytic reactions.