Used primarily as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of complex molecules. It serves as a key intermediate in the development of materials with specific electronic properties, such as organic semiconductors and light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Its brominated structure makes it useful in cross-coupling reactions, which are essential in creating advanced polymers and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, it is employed in coordination chemistry to form metal complexes, which can be applied in catalysis or as sensors for detecting metal ions in analytical chemistry.