Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated quinoline-based pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antimalarial and anticancer agents. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building bioactive molecules. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles. The presence of chlorine, fluorine, and nitrile groups enables diverse coupling and substitution reactions in heterocyclic compound development.