Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization in drug design, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating compounds with improved metabolic stability and binding affinity. Commonly employed in the preparation of pyridine-based derivatives that exhibit potential therapeutic activity in inflammatory and oncological conditions. Also utilized in research settings for the construction of complex heterocyclic systems through coupling and protection-deprotection strategies.