Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in the preparation of pyrrole-based compounds with potential biological activity. Its structure allows for further functionalization in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The bromo and trichloroacetyl groups serve as reactive sites for cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions, making it valuable in constructing complex heterocyclic systems. It is also employed in research settings to synthesize analogs for medicinal chemistry screening.