Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate for synthesizing bioactive compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents. Its structure supports binding to enzyme active sites, making it valuable in drug discovery programs targeting cancer and autoimmune diseases. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides with improved stability and activity. The compound's fluorinated moiety enhances metabolic resistance and membrane permeability, beneficial for optimizing lead compounds in medicinal chemistry.