Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and CNS-targeted drugs. Its fluorinated structure enhances metabolic stability and membrane permeability, making it valuable in optimizing drug candidates. Also employed in agrochemicals to improve the efficacy and environmental stability of crop protection agents. Serves as a building block in materials science for creating specialty organic semiconductors and fluorescent probes due to its electron-deficient aromatic core.