Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its structure supports the creation of selective receptor modulators, making it valuable in research for neurological and psychiatric disorders. The bromo and chloro substituents allow for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecules in medicinal chemistry. Commonly employed in the preparation of potential analgesics, anxiolytics, and dopamine receptor ligands. Also utilized in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize drug candidates.