Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research. It serves as a building block for developing compounds with potential antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and central nervous system activities. Its structure allows for selective modifications at the bromo position, enabling the creation of diverse derivatives for structure-activity relationship studies. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Heck reactions to introduce aromatic substituents. Also utilized in the development of novel heterocyclic compounds for drug discovery programs targeting neurological disorders and infectious diseases.