Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antifungal and anticancer agents. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building more complex molecules. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing new crop protection agents. Its bromo and aldehyde functional groups enable diverse coupling and condensation reactions, especially in heterocyclic chemistry.