Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nicotinic acid derivatives with potential metabolic and cardiovascular applications. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for creating compounds that modulate enzyme activity or receptor functions. Its structure allows for functionalization at multiple sites, making it valuable in optimizing drug candidates for improved efficacy and selectivity. Also employed in research settings to design pyridine-based heterocyclic systems with biological activity.