Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated quinoline-based pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antimalarial and anticancer agents. Its structure supports the construction of complex heterocyclic systems that enhance drug potency and metabolic stability. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to the electron-withdrawing nitrile and fluorine substituents, which influence binding affinity and bioavailability. Also utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and antimicrobial compounds.