Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antiviral and anticancer agents. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in constructing pyrimidine-based drug candidates. It is also employed in agrochemical research for designing herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its ability to interact with biological targets in cellular metabolism. The compound's reactivity supports its use in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions during advanced organic synthesis.