Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated and brominated aromatic compounds. Its structure supports the creation of active ingredients in drugs targeting inflammatory conditions and central nervous system disorders. The presence of both amino and carboxylic acid functional groups allows for peptide coupling and derivatization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex molecules. Also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and specialty organic materials requiring halogenated aromatic backbones.