Used in organic synthesis as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds. Its structure supports the development of fluorinated and brominated derivatives, which are valuable in drug discovery due to enhanced metabolic stability and binding affinity. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, to build complex aromatic systems. Also investigated for potential applications in medicinal chemistry for designing anticancer, antimicrobial, or anti-inflammatory agents. The presence of both bromo and fluoro substituents allows for selective functionalization, making it a versatile building block in synthetic chemistry.