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 participate in cross-coupling reactions, enabling the formation of complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in research settings for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies, especially in optimizing lead compounds targeting inflammatory and oncological pathways. Its bromine functionality allows for easy functionalization via palladium-catalyzed reactions, making it valuable in combinatorial chemistry and drug discovery programs.