Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated compounds with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its structure supports the construction of complex molecules in medicinal chemistry, especially in the design of selective enzyme inhibitors and receptor ligands. The presence of bromine allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, making it valuable in building aromatic frameworks for drug candidates. Also employed in the preparation of specialty materials where fluorinated aromatics are needed for thermal or chemical resistance.