Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated organic compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization in cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in the preparation of active ingredients in crop protection agents and medicinal compounds. Commonly employed in Suzuki and Buchwald–Hartwig reactions to build complex aromatic systems. Also utilized in research settings for the introduction of fluorinated aromatic motifs in new chemical entities.