This chemical is primarily used in the field of organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It serves as a key intermediate in the development of various biologically active compounds. Its structure, featuring a bromine atom and a trifluoromethyl group on a quinoline backbone, makes it valuable for creating molecules with potential therapeutic properties. Researchers utilize it to design and synthesize compounds that may act as inhibitors for specific enzymes or receptors, particularly in the study of anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antimicrobial agents. Additionally, its unique properties are explored in material science for the development of advanced organic materials with specialized electronic or optical characteristics.