Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of pyridine-based drugs. It plays a key role in the preparation of active ingredients for antitumor and antimicrobial agents due to its reactive halogen and nitro groups. The compound is also utilized in agrochemical research for creating novel pesticides and herbicides. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex heterocyclic systems.