Used primarily in pharmaceutical research and development, this compound serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Its structure allows for versatile chemical modifications, making it valuable in the creation of complex molecules. Additionally, it is employed in agrochemical production for developing novel pesticides and herbicides. Its halogenated pyridine core is particularly useful in cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of diverse chemical scaffolds. The compound also finds applications in material science, particularly in the development of organic electronic materials and dyes.