Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules targeting neurological and inflammatory disorders. Its fluorinated pyridine core enhances binding selectivity and metabolic stability in drug candidates. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its ability to modulate polarity and improve pharmacokinetic properties. Also utilized in the preparation of radiolabeled analogs for positron emission tomography (PET) imaging probes.