Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure allows for the introduction of fluorinated aromatic components, which can enhance the metabolic stability and bioavailability of active compounds. Commonly employed in the production of herbicides and fungicides due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the trifluoromethyl and fluoro groups, improving the compound's reactivity and selectivity. Also utilized in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals where fluorination contributes to thermal and chemical resistance.