Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its functional groups—amino, bromo, hydroxy, and nitrile—allow for selective modifications, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic structures. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions due to the bromine substituent, facilitating the formation of carbon-carbon bonds in drug discovery pathways. Also utilized in the preparation of agrochemicals and dyes where aromatic nitriles with specific substitution patterns are required. Its versatility in multi-step organic synthesis makes it valuable in research and industrial settings.