Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antitumor and antimicrobial agents. Its structure supports the formation of bioactive molecules by serving as a building block in heterocyclic chemistry. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to the presence of reactive halogen sites that allow further functionalization. Also utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other enzyme modulators. Its derivatives show promise in research related to central nervous system disorders and inflammatory diseases.