Used in pharmaceutical research as a building block for the synthesis of complex organic compounds, particularly in the development of potential therapeutic agents. It serves as a key intermediate in the production of molecules that may exhibit biological activity, such as inhibitors or modulators of specific enzymes or receptors. Its bromo and methyl substituents make it valuable for further chemical modifications, enabling the creation of diverse derivatives for drug discovery. Additionally, it may be employed in the study of structure-activity relationships to optimize the efficacy and selectivity of drug candidates.