Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of selective enzyme inhibitors. Its nitro and cyano functional groups allow for further chemical transformations, such as reductions and cyclizations, making it valuable in constructing complex heterocyclic systems found in bioactive molecules. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship studies due to the presence of fluorine, which can enhance metabolic stability and membrane permeability. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticidal agents with improved environmental profiles.