Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of bioactive molecules and pharmaceuticals. Its bromine functionality allows for further chemical modifications through cross-coupling reactions or nucleophilic substitutions, making it valuable in building complex organic structures. Commonly employed in the development of fragrances, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers due to its reactive handle and lipophilic chain. Also utilized in research settings for synthesizing analogs of natural fatty acids to study metabolic pathways.