Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where halogenated aromatic aldehydes are required. Its structure allows for selective functionalization in multi-step reactions, making it valuable in creating complex drug molecules. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive compounds in medicinal chemistry research. Also utilized in agrochemical synthesis for building blocks of novel pesticides and herbicides. The presence of bromo and fluoro substituents enables cross-coupling reactions, facilitating the formation of carbon-carbon bonds in advanced organic synthesis.