Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its halogen substituents (bromine and iodine) allow for selective cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig aminations, enabling the construction of complex aromatic systems. The tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) group acts as a protected amine, facilitating stepwise synthesis in peptide-like structures or heterocyclic compounds. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for lead optimization due to its versatility in forming carbon-nitrogen and carbon-carbon bonds.