This compound is primarily utilized in pharmaceutical research and development as a deuterated building block. The incorporation of deuterium atoms enhances the metabolic stability of drug candidates, making it valuable in the synthesis of deuterated analogs for pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies. It is also employed in organic synthesis as a versatile intermediate for the preparation of complex molecules, particularly in the development of fluorinated and brominated aromatic compounds. Additionally, its unique structure makes it useful in labeling studies and as a tracer in mechanistic investigations within chemical and biochemical research.