Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its dual bromine functionality allows for selective cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in constructing complex aromatic and aliphatic frameworks. Commonly employed in the synthesis of functionalized benzocyclic compounds and as a building block in the development of bioactive molecules. Also utilized in the production of specialty polymers and ligands for catalysis due to its reactivity in substitution and cyclization reactions.