Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. It serves as a building block for the preparation of bioactive molecules due to the presence of reactive bromine atoms and an amide functional group. The compound is employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Ullmann reactions to construct complex aromatic systems. It also finds use in the development of flame retardants, where brominated aromatic compounds contribute to fire resistance. Additionally, derivatives of 3,5-dibromobenzamide have been explored in medicinal chemistry for their potential biological activity, including enzyme inhibition and antimicrobial properties.