Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of imidazole-based drugs with biological activity. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for creating compounds that target enzymes and receptors, including those involved in inflammation and cancer. Its bromo and aryl substituents allow for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in the design of novel bioactive molecules. Also employed in agrochemical research for developing new crop protection agents.