Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates where enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability are desired. Its unique combination of bromo and fluoro substituents allows for selective cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex aromatic structures. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules targeting central nervous system disorders and oncology. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides with improved environmental persistence and target specificity.