Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in constructing complex molecules for drug discovery. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions to introduce aromatic nitrile motifs in medicinal chemistry. Also utilized in the preparation of fluorinated analogs in agrochemicals and specialty materials due to enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity imparted by the fluorine and nitrile groups.