Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and functionalized polymers. Its bromoether functionality allows for facile nucleophilic substitution reactions, making it valuable in the construction of complex molecules. Commonly employed in the development of protected glycosylation agents and in the synthesis of polyethylene glycol (PEG)-like linkers for prodrugs and bioconjugates. Also utilized in the formation of heterocyclic compounds due to its reactive alkyl bromide group and ether linkage.