Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where fluorinated and nitrated aromatic systems enhance biological activity. Its nitrile and ester functionalities allow further chemical transformations, making it valuable in constructing complex drug molecules. Commonly employed in research settings for designing kinase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing new herbicides and pesticides due to its reactive scaffold.