Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the fluorine atoms enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its structure is valuable in creating analogs for drug candidates targeting central nervous system disorders and anti-inflammatory agents. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing herbicides and fungicides due to the enhanced lipophilicity and resistance to degradation imparted by the fluorine substituents. Serves as a building block in liquid crystal formulations for display technologies, contributing to improved thermal and chemical stability.