Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of fluorinated analogs of bioactive molecules. The difluoromethylene group enhances metabolic stability and membrane permeability, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry. Commonly employed in the preparation of enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators where fluorine substitution improves potency and pharmacokinetic properties. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel active ingredients with increased environmental stability.