Used primarily as a fluorinating agent in organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of fluorine atoms into complex molecules. Its reactivity makes it valuable in pharmaceutical development, where fluorinated compounds often exhibit enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. It serves as a building block in the preparation of fluorinated analogs of natural products and drug candidates. Additionally, it finds use in materials science for synthesizing specialty fluoropolymers with improved thermal and chemical resistance. Due to its high reactivity, it is handled under controlled conditions, typically in anhydrous environments and with inert atmosphere protection.