Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antifungal and anticancer agents. Its structure allows for further functionalization in multi-step organic reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry. Commonly employed in the preparation of chalcone derivatives and other bioactive molecules due to the reactivity of the ketone group and the presence of halogen substituents that influence electronic and steric properties. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel active ingredients with improved metabolic stability.