Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for drugs targeting central nervous system disorders and anti-inflammatory agents. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in constructing complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building fluorinated aromatic compounds, which often exhibit enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. Also utilized in the preparation of agrochemicals and specialty polymers due to its reactive nitrile and carboxylic acid groups, enabling diverse coupling and derivatization reactions.