Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Its structure allows for selective modification in drug design, enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability. Commonly employed in the preparation of fluorinated aromatic compounds where the fluorine atom influences binding affinity to biological targets. Also utilized in agrochemicals for the production of herbicides and fungicides due to its ability to improve lipophilicity and environmental persistence. Serves as a building block in organic synthesis, especially in cross-coupling reactions and carbonyl derivatizations for fine chemical manufacturing.