Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of active ingredients requiring brominated aromatic scaffolds. It serves in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds through reactions involving the aldehyde and amine functional groups, enabling the construction of complex molecules. Commonly applied in research settings for the development of dyes, fluorescent probes, and organic semiconductors due to its ability to undergo condensation and coupling reactions. Also utilized in the synthesis of certain kinase inhibitors and antimicrobial agents in medicinal chemistry.