Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. It serves as a building block in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its nitrogen-containing heterocyclic structure, which enhances binding affinity to biological targets. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize drug potency and selectivity. Also utilized in the production of agrochemicals and functional materials where pyridine derivatives are required for their electronic or catalytic properties.