Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of analgesic and anti-inflammatory agents. Its structure allows for further functionalization in heterocyclic synthesis, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry research. Commonly employed in the preparation of brominated aniline derivatives through hydrolysis or substitution reactions. Also utilized in the design of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules due to the presence of bromine and electron-donating methoxy group, which influence binding affinity and selectivity.