Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nicotinic receptor agonists and nootropic agents. It plays a role in the development of compounds targeting cognitive disorders and neurological conditions. Its aldehyde functional group allows for easy modification in multi-step organic syntheses, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building heterocyclic structures. Also utilized in the preparation of pyridine-based derivatives with potential biological activity, including anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects.