Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of herbicides and plant growth regulators. It plays a role in the production of certain crop protection agents due to its ability to mimic or interfere with natural plant hormones. Also utilized in research for the preparation of pyridine-based compounds with potential biological activity, including antimicrobial and antifungal agents. Its reactivity makes it valuable in forming carbon-nitrogen bonds during organic synthesis processes.