Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nicotinamide derivatives and vitamin B3 analogs. Commonly employed in the development of agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides, due to its ability to enhance bioactivity when incorporated into larger molecules. Also utilized in the preparation of specialty ligands for catalytic reactions, especially in transition metal catalysis. Its structural features make it suitable for use in the manufacture of dyes and fluorescent compounds for analytical applications.