Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of liquid crystal materials for display technologies. Its fluorinated aromatic structure enhances mesogenic properties, improving response time and thermal stability in liquid crystal formulations. Also employed in pharmaceutical research as a building block for bioactive molecules, particularly in development of anti-inflammatory and central nervous system agents. The carboxylic acid group allows for easy derivatization, enabling coupling reactions to form esters, amides, or metal-organic frameworks. Its structural rigidity and polarity make it valuable in materials science for tuning molecular alignment and polarity in organic electronic devices.