Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antifungal and anticancer agents. Its structure supports the creation of complex heterocyclic compounds that interact with biological targets such as enzymes and receptors. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to the presence of reactive bromo and fluoro groups, which allow further functionalization through cross-coupling reactions. Also utilized in the preparation of imidazole-based derivatives with potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.