Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of brominated pyrimidine derivatives with biological activity. It serves as a building block in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its bromine atoms allow for selective cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. Also employed in the manufacture of flame retardants due to the presence of bromine, which imparts fire-resistant properties to materials.