Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents and anticonvulsant drugs. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for constructing pyrimidine-based heterocycles, which are common in bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for functionalization at multiple sites, enabling the creation of derivatives with potential therapeutic effects. Also investigated for use in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other enzyme modulators in drug discovery research.