Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, it facilitates the production of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its bromine atom makes it a valuable reagent in alkylation reactions, where it introduces hexyl groups into target molecules. Additionally, it serves as a starting material in the preparation of surfactants and lubricants. In research, it is employed to study reaction mechanisms and kinetics in organic chemistry. Its application extends to the development of specialty chemicals used in industrial processes.