Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and antimicrobial agents. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing biologically active compounds. Also employed in the preparation of fluorescent dyes and optoelectronic materials due to its rigid aromatic framework and electron-deficient character. Commonly utilized in research settings for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles with potential therapeutic applications.