Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. It serves in the preparation of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and related antidepressant compounds due to its structural similarity to active pharmacophores. The compound is also employed in research settings for the creation of novel amine-based bioactive molecules. Its brominated aromatic ring allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex drug candidates.