Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its fluorinated structure enhances binding selectivity and metabolic stability in drug candidates. Commonly employed in agrochemicals to improve pesticidal and herbicidal activity due to the electron-withdrawing effects of fluorine atoms. Also utilized in materials science for designing organic semiconductors and liquid crystals where polarity and thermal stability are important. The compound’s carboxylic acid group allows for easy derivatization, making it valuable in combinatorial chemistry and medicinal research.