Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its nitrile and bromo functional groups allow for versatile chemical transformations, making it valuable in constructing complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki and Heck reactions to build carbon-carbon bonds in active ingredient formulations. Also utilized in research for developing new kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules.