Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization in drug design, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry research. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions due to the presence of bromo and fluoro substituents, enabling the construction of complex aromatic systems found in active pharmaceutical ingredients. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel compounds with potential pesticidal or herbicidal activity.