Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry for the preparation of esters and carbamates. It reacts readily with alcohols and amines to form fluorinated derivatives, which are valuable building blocks in drug development. Its fluorinated aromatic structure enhances metabolic stability in bioactive molecules, making it useful in creating more effective and longer-lasting pharmaceuticals. Also employed in the synthesis of agrochemicals and specialty polymers where fluorine substitution improves material properties. Handles under controlled conditions due to its reactivity with moisture and potential to release hydrogen fluoride upon decomposition.