Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly in the development of chiral drugs where the (R)-enantiomer is required for optimal biological activity. Its bromo-substituted aromatic ring allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex molecules. Commonly employed in the preparation of central nervous system agents and receptor-targeted compounds. The hydrochloride salt form enhances stability and solubility, facilitating handling and storage in industrial processes.