Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulators. It serves as a building block for compounds targeting neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Also employed in agrochemicals for the creation of novel pesticides due to its ability to enhance binding affinity in bioactive molecules. Its bromine functionality allows for further cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery.