Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates. Its reactive bromomethyl group allows for easy alkylation or coupling reactions, making it valuable in constructing complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for modifying aromatic scaffolds to enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity. Also utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules where fluorine substitution improves pharmacokinetic properties.