Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates where the fluorine atoms enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability. Commonly employed in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for central nervous system agents and anti-inflammatory compounds. Also utilized in agrochemical synthesis for creating herbicides and fungicides due to its ability to improve lipophilicity and membrane permeability. Serves as a building block in liquid crystal materials for display technologies, where its rigid aromatic structure and polarity contribute to mesogenic properties. Frequently applied in research settings for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies, enabling modification of molecular frameworks to optimize biological activity.