Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated nicotinate derivatives with potential biological activity. Its structure allows for further functionalization in heterocyclic chemistry, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry research. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and agrochemicals due to the presence of reactive halogen groups that facilitate coupling reactions. Also utilized in the design of novel bioactive molecules where fluorine substitution enhances metabolic stability and binding affinity.