Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, this compound serves in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to its reactive bromine and ester functionalities. The alpha-bromo ester structure makes it suitable for nucleophilic substitution reactions, enabling the introduction of the valerate ester moiety into more complex molecules. It is also employed in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and as a building block in the development of bioactive agents. Its liquid state and moderate reactivity allow for easy handling in controlled laboratory and industrial settings.