Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nicotinic receptor modulators and other central nervous system agents. Its structure allows for functionalization at multiple sites, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building pyridine-based drug candidates. It is also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its ability to enhance binding selectivity in biologically active molecules. Commonly utilized in cross-coupling reactions and ester transformations during route scouting in process chemistry.