Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its reactive bromomethyl group allows for easy alkylation or substitution reactions, making it valuable in constructing complex heterocyclic systems based on the benzo[d]oxazole scaffold. Commonly employed in the development of bioactive molecules, including kinase inhibitors and antimicrobial agents. Also utilized in materials science for modifying polymers or creating functionalized organic frameworks through cross-coupling or nucleophilic displacement reactions.