Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated compounds with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its structure allows for incorporation into more complex molecules where the difluoro motif improves binding affinity or resistance to enzymatic degradation. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for creating analogs of bioactive molecules, especially in CNS-targeted drugs and anti-inflammatory agents. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides with improved environmental persistence and efficacy. The compound's reactivity makes it valuable in organic transformations, including nucleophilic addition and condensation reactions.