Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building pyrimidine-based drug candidates. Commonly employed in research settings to design molecules with biological activity, especially targeting enzymes involved in cellular signaling pathways. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing novel active ingredients with potential pesticidal or herbicidal properties.