Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated heterocyclic compounds, particularly in pharmaceuticals where the fluoro-pyrazine scaffold is valuable for its metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its nitrile and carbonyl functionalities allow for further derivatization, enabling the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting central nervous system disorders and antimicrobial agents. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides with improved efficacy and environmental profile.