Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its reactive bromomethyl group allows for easy functionalization, enabling coupling reactions to introduce various substituents. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems with potential therapeutic activity, including anticancer and anti-inflammatory agents. Also utilized in the preparation of receptor modulators due to the thienopyridine core’s affinity for biological targets.