Used in organic synthesis as a building block for creating more complex chemical compounds. It serves as a precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the synthesis of antimalarial drugs, quinolone antibiotics, and other therapeutic agents. Its quinoline structure is valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing molecules with specific biological activities, such as antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, it is employed in biochemical research to study enzyme interactions and potential applications in drug discovery and development.