Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders. It serves as a building block in the preparation of bioactive molecules due to its ability to undergo selective coupling reactions. Commonly employed in the manufacture of agrochemicals and functionalized pyridine derivatives used in medicinal chemistry. Its bromine substituents allow for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, making it valuable in research and development of new therapeutic agents.