Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure allows for selective reactions due to the presence of both bromo and fluoro substituents, making it valuable in building complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in the preparation of herbicides and fungicides, it contributes to the development of active ingredients with enhanced biological activity. Also utilized in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystals, where its reactivity aids in forming specific ester or amide linkages. Handling requires caution due to the lachrymatory and corrosive nature of acid chlorides.