Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of agrochemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure enables selective functionalization, making it valuable in building complex heterocyclic compounds. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig aminations for constructing carbon-carbon and carbon-nitrogen bonds. Also utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and herbicides due to its electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl and bromo groups that enhance reactivity and binding affinity.