Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules due to the presence of the bromine atoms which allow for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions. Employed in the preparation of fluorescent dyes and optoelectronic materials because of its conjugated structure and electron-withdrawing properties. Also utilized in research for developing novel antimicrobial and antifungal agents, where the brominated benzothiazole scaffold enhances biological activity.