Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, particularly in pharmaceuticals targeting cancer pathways. It serves as a building block in the development of compounds that modulate protein kinases involved in cell signaling, proliferation, and apoptosis. Its structure allows for selective modification, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing drugs with improved potency and selectivity. Commonly employed in research settings for developing novel anticancer agents and in the preparation of imidazopyridine-based bioactive molecules.