Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in creating active ingredients that target specific enzymatic pathways in plants. It is also employed in research settings for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds due to the reactivity of the bromo and ester groups, enabling cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions. Its role in medicinal chemistry includes building blocks for kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules.