Used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to the presence of fluorine atoms and carboxylic acid functionality, which enhance bioavailability and metabolic stability. Commonly employed as an intermediate in the preparation of active ingredients in crop protection agents and medicinal compounds, particularly in the development of fluorinated analogs for improved pharmacokinetic properties. Also utilized in materials science for designing liquid crystals and functional polymers where polarity and thermal stability are important.