Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its pyridine-based structure (a substituted nicotinate) supports the construction of nitrogen-containing heterocycles, which are common in drug design. The Boc-protected amine group allows for selective deprotection and further functionalization, while the ethyl ester can be hydrolyzed to the carboxylic acid or converted to amides, enhancing versatility in multi-step organic syntheses, especially in medicinal chemistry research. Commonly employed in the preparation of potential anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antiviral agents.