Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig, to introduce pyridine-based fragments into drug candidates. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its stability and reactivity profile.