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 the presence of reactive functional groups that allow for further derivatization. Its bromo and ketone moieties enable coupling reactions and nucleophilic additions, making it valuable in creating complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in research settings for designing bioactive molecules and optimizing drug candidates.