Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates where the fluorine and ethoxy groups contribute to metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its structure supports fine-tuning of electronic and steric properties in active compounds. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the chlorine and fluorine atoms for enhanced reactivity and target specificity. Suitable for use in cross-coupling reactions in medicinal chemistry due to the presence of halogen substituents.