Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated organic compounds. Its bromomethyl group allows for easy functionalization through substitution reactions, making it valuable in building complex molecules. The presence of fluorine atoms enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug candidates, and it is often employed in the preparation of bioactive molecules requiring improved lipophilicity and electronic properties. Commonly utilized in cross-coupling reactions and as a building block in medicinal chemistry research.