Widely used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of agrochemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Its halogen and fluorine substitutions make it valuable in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki and Buchwald-Hartwig aminations, enabling the construction of complex molecules. Commonly employed in the production of herbicides and fungicides due to its ability to enhance bioavailability and metabolic stability in target compounds. Also utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules in medicinal chemistry research.