Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for targeted cancer therapies. Its structure supports binding to specific enzyme active sites, enhancing selectivity and potency. The presence of bromine allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex molecules. Also employed in the preparation of neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory compounds due to its ability to modulate biological pathways.