Used primarily as a synthetic intermediate in pharmaceutical research, this compound plays a role in the development of biologically active molecules. Its structure supports the creation of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds, which are common in drug design. It has been investigated for potential activity in central nervous system agents and cardiovascular therapies due to its dihydropyridine core, a scaffold known for calcium channel modulation. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex pyridine derivatives for use in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical research.