Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure allows for further functionalization in organic reactions, particularly in the formation of heterocyclic compounds. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions due to the presence of bromine atoms, which serve as sites for palladium-catalyzed reactions such as Suzuki or Heck couplings. Also utilized in the preparation of bioactive molecules where the bromo-ketone functionality enables the introduction of amine or thiol groups through nucleophilic substitution. Its reactivity makes it valuable in research laboratories for developing new drug candidates and functional materials.