Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) involving pyridine derivatives. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in creating complex heterocyclic compounds. Commonly employed in reactions where nitro group reduction or methoxy group displacement is required. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its electron-deficient aromatic ring, which enhances binding to biological targets. Suitable for use in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic aromatic substitution under controlled conditions.