Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pyrimidine derivatives, particularly in the production of antiviral and anticancer agents. It serves as a building block for nucleoside analogs, which interfere with DNA and RNA synthesis in rapidly dividing cells. Commonly employed in pharmaceutical research for developing chemotherapeutic drugs and antiretroviral compounds. Also utilized in agrochemicals for the formulation of certain crop protection agents due to its bioactive scaffold. Its fluorinated structure enhances metabolic stability and binding affinity in drug design.