Widely used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, this compound serves as a key intermediate in the preparation of sulfonamide derivatives. Its reactivity allows for efficient introduction of the difluorobenzenesulfonyl group, which can enhance the metabolic stability and bioavailability of active molecules. It is particularly valuable in the development of herbicides and certain antidiabetic drugs. The compound also finds use in materials science, where it acts as a building block for functional polymers with improved thermal and chemical resistance. Due to the presence of fluorine atoms, it contributes to increased lipophilicity and binding selectivity in target molecules, making it advantageous in medicinal chemistry research.