Used primarily as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating targeted therapies. It is also employed in research settings to develop novel heterocyclic compounds with potential antitumor, antiviral, or anti-inflammatory properties. The presence of both bromo and nitro groups enables sequential reactions, facilitating the construction of complex molecular architectures in drug discovery programs.