Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders. It serves as a building block in the preparation of nicotinic receptor ligands due to its structural similarity to pyridine derivatives involved in neuroactive compounds. Also employed in agrochemical synthesis for creating herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its oxide group enhances solubility and reactivity, making it valuable in catalytic reactions and as a ligand in metal-mediated transformations. Additionally, it finds use in the production of dyes and functional materials where nitrogen-containing heterocycles are required.