Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its bromine functionality allows for cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, enabling the construction of complex organic molecules. The ester group can be hydrolyzed to yield carboxylic acid derivatives, useful in the development of active ingredients in crop protection agents or bioactive compounds. Commonly employed in research settings for building carbon skeletons in medicinal chemistry projects.