Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for targeted cancer therapies. Its structural features enable strong binding interactions with specific enzyme active sites, enhancing drug potency. The compound's fluorinated aromatic system and nitrile group contribute to improved metabolic stability and bioavailability in final drug formulations. It is also employed in research settings to explore structure-activity relationships in medicinal chemistry programs focused on anti-inflammatory and antitumor compounds.