Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization on the aromatic ring, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex drug candidates. The ester group facilitates coupling reactions, while the bromo and fluoro substituents enable further cross-coupling or substitution reactions, such as Suzuki or Ullmann reactions, commonly used in drug discovery. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel active ingredients due to its stability and reactivity profile.