Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of antiviral and anticancer agents. It serves as a building block in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Commonly employed in research for designing new drug candidates due to its ability to mimic purine bases in nucleic acids. Also utilized in agrochemicals for developing herbicides and pesticides. Its structural properties make it valuable in the creation of functional materials and in coordination chemistry as a ligand.