Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of herbicides, particularly in the production of aryloxyalkanoic acid-type herbicides that target broadleaf weeds. Its structure enables the development of selective crop protection agents, especially in rice and wheat farming. Also investigated for use in pharmaceuticals due to its ability to act as a building block in biologically active molecules, including kinase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents. The fluorophenyl and pyridine moieties enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity in drug design, making it valuable in agrochemical and medicinal chemistry research.