It is used in organic synthesis as an intermediate particularly in substitution and coupling reactions to introduce the cyclobutyl group into more complex molecules.

Its primary purpose is to serve as a reactive reagent for forming carboncarbon or carbonheteroatom bonds in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.

Cyclobutyl Bromide is a colorless to pale yellow organic liquid consisting of a cyclobutane ring bonded to a bromine atom classifying it as an alkyl halide.