Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the cyano and carboxylic acid functional groups allow for further chemical modifications. Its structure supports the development of compounds with enhanced metabolic stability and binding affinity. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules in medicinal chemistry. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its fluorinated aromatic backbone, which can improve lipophilicity and bioavailability.