Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals, particularly in antiviral, anticancer, and neurological agents. Its unique benzimidazole and fluorinated structure enables enhanced binding to biological targets, improving drug efficacy and specificity. Also employed in agrochemicals to develop fungicides with improved stability and activity under harsh environmental conditions. Additionally, serves as a starting material for complex fluorinated compounds in medical imaging, such as PET tracers, benefiting from good cell penetration and carbon-fluorine bond stability. The compound’s reactivity supports cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry research.