Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of drugs targeting neurological disorders. It serves as a key building block in the creation of compounds with potential anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Additionally, it is utilized in research for designing ligands that can bind to metal ions, aiding in the study of metalloenzymes and catalysis. Its pyridine moiety makes it valuable in coordination chemistry for developing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other functional materials.