Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated pyridine-based drugs. Its reactive bromomethyl group allows for easy coupling in organic reactions, making it valuable in creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for treatments targeting neurological disorders and infectious diseases. Commonly employed in alkylation and cross-coupling reactions to build complex heterocyclic systems. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides with improved efficacy and selectivity.