Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antimalarial and anticancer agents. Its structure supports the creation of complex heterocyclic compounds with biological activity. Also employed in research for metal ion detection and chelation due to its ability to form stable complexes with metals like aluminum and zinc. Shows potential in agrochemicals as a building block for active ingredients in pesticides and fungicides. Additionally, it serves in organic synthesis for constructing more complex quinoline-based molecules used in materials science and medicinal chemistry.