Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated organic compounds where the fluorine atom enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its structure supports the creation of naphthalene-based derivatives with tailored electronic and steric properties. Commonly employed in research settings for the preparation of fluorescent dyes and optoelectronic materials due to the extended aromatic system combined with fluorine substitution. Also explored in medicinal chemistry for potential bioactive molecules targeting enzyme inhibition and receptor modulation.