Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes. It participates in the production of fluorinated organic compounds where the fluorine atom enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug molecules. Commonly employed in the development of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other bioactive agents. Also utilized in the preparation of liquid crystals and specialty polymers due to its unique electronic and steric properties. Its reactivity allows for easy functionalization through electrophilic substitution or coupling reactions, making it valuable in research and industrial organic synthesis.