Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of compounds with enhanced biological activity. Its strong electron-withdrawing properties make it valuable in organic synthesis, especially in cross-coupling reactions and as a building block for fluorinated materials. It is also employed in the production of liquid crystals and advanced polymers, where the introduction of fluorine atoms improves thermal stability and chemical resistance. Additionally, it serves as a ligand in catalysis, aiding in the creation of complex molecules with high precision.