Used primarily in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders. It serves as a key intermediate in the production of compounds with potential antipsychotic and antidepressant properties. Additionally, it is employed in organic synthesis to create heterocyclic compounds, which are valuable in medicinal chemistry for their bioactive properties. Its role in the preparation of pyridine derivatives also makes it useful in agrochemical research for developing new pesticides and herbicides.