Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly in the development of nicotinic receptor modulators and other bioactive compounds. Its bromine functionality allows for cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in constructing complex molecules for drug discovery. Also employed in agrochemical research for creating novel pesticides and herbicides due to its pyridine core, which is common in crop protection agents. Suitable for use in palladium-catalyzed reactions such as Suzuki and Heck couplings to introduce aryl or vinyl groups.