Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of brominated aromatic compounds with biological activity. It serves as a building block in the preparation of certain anticonvulsant and anti-inflammatory agents. Its amino and carboxylic acid functional groups allow for peptide coupling and derivatization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry research. Also employed in the production of dyes and functional materials where bromine substitution enhances stability or reactivity.