Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for targeted cancer therapies. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry due to its ability to form stable heterocyclic structures that interact with biological targets. Commonly employed in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the pyrimidine core enhances binding affinity to enzymes involved in cell signaling pathways. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides with improved selectivity and environmental profiles. Its isopropyl and chloro-methyl substitutions allow for further functionalization, enabling fine-tuning of pharmacokinetic properties in drug design.