Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and antimalarial agents. Its structure supports the formation of complex heterocyclic compounds with biological activity. Commonly employed in research settings for the preparation of quinoline-based drug candidates. Also utilized in agrochemicals for the design of novel pesticides due to its electron-withdrawing nitrile group and reactive bromine site, enabling further functionalization through cross-coupling reactions.