Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly herbicides and insecticides, due to its ability to enhance selectivity and bioactivity. Its structure supports the development of compounds with improved environmental stability and target specificity. Also employed in the preparation of pharmaceutical agents where fluorinated heterocyclic moieties are needed for increased metabolic resistance and binding affinity. Commonly utilized in research settings for constructing complex molecules through coupling reactions and functional group transformations.