Used primarily as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and drug candidates. Its halogenated structure allows for selective cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex organic frameworks. It is also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and functional materials where specific substitution patterns are required for activity. The presence of both bromo and chloro substituents enables sequential functionalization, offering versatility in synthetic routes.