Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure supports the formation of complex aromatic systems, making it valuable in the creation of bioactive molecules. It is also employed in the synthesis of ligands for catalytic reactions, where its pyridine ring and substituted phenyl group enhance metal coordination. Additionally, derivatives of this compound are explored in materials science for designing organic semiconductors and light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) due to their favorable electronic properties.