Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry due to its ability to undergo selective bromination and functionalization, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in the preparation of bioactive molecules targeting inflammation, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolic disorders. Its structural features make it valuable in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies during drug discovery.