Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the fluorine atom enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability. Commonly employed in the production of antidepressants, antipsychotics, and other central nervous system agents. Also utilized in agrochemicals for creating herbicides and pesticides due to its ability to improve lipophilicity and resistance to degradation. Serves as a building block in organic synthesis for constructing complex fluorinated molecules in medicinal chemistry research.