Used in pharmaceutical synthesis as an intermediate for developing central nervous system agents, particularly in the preparation of bioactive molecules with analgesic or neuroactive properties. Its structure supports the construction of complex heterocyclic compounds, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry research. The hydrochloride salt form enhances stability and solubility, facilitating handling in reaction sequences. Commonly employed in the development of serotonin or dopamine receptor modulators due to the presence of the bromo and aminomethyl functional groups, which allow for further derivatization via cross-coupling or reductive amination reactions.