Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated organic compounds. Its bromo and fluoro substituents make it valuable in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Ullmann reactions, enabling the construction of complex aromatic systems. Commonly employed in the preparation of bioactive molecules where fluorine substitution enhances metabolic stability and binding affinity. Also utilized in the manufacture of specialty polymers and liquid crystals due to its rigid aromatic structure and polarity.