Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulators. It serves as a building block in the preparation of agents targeting neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Also employed in the production of agrochemicals due to its pyridine-based structure, which enhances bioactivity in certain crop protection agents. Its ketone functional group allows for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry research and development.