Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles found in drug candidates. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig aminations to build complex molecules for medicinal chemistry research. Also utilized in agrochemical synthesis for creating novel pesticides and herbicides. Its nitrile and bromo groups provide dual reactivity sites, enabling diverse derivatization pathways in organic synthesis.