Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of pyrimidine-based drugs which exhibit biological activity such as antiviral, anticancer, and antimicrobial effects. Its structure allows for functional modifications that are valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug potency and selectivity. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its ability to interfere with metabolic pathways in pests and weeds. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the preparation of dyes and functional materials where aromatic heterocycles contribute to electronic and optical properties.