Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for developing compounds with high potency and specificity. Commonly employed in research settings to construct more complex heterocyclic systems found in drug candidates targeting inflammatory diseases, cancer, and central nervous system disorders. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing new pesticides and herbicides due to its favorable reactivity and stability in multi-step synthetic routes.