Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antiviral and anticancer agents. It serves as a building block in the preparation of pyridine-based drug candidates due to its ability to participate in coupling reactions and form biologically active compounds. Also employed in agrochemical synthesis for creating herbicides and fungicides. Its hydrochloride salt form enhances solubility and stability, making it suitable for use in aqueous reaction systems. Additionally, it finds application in coordination chemistry as a ligand precursor in metal-catalyzed reactions.