Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antiviral and anticancer agents. Its structure supports the formation of pyrimidine-based drugs, which are common in treatments targeting RNA and DNA replication in pathogens and tumor cells. Also employed in agrochemicals for creating herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its ability to influence metabolic pathways in plants. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the preparation of functional materials, including dyes and electronic chemicals, where nitrogen-containing heterocycles enhance performance.