Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of agrochemicals and bioactive molecules. Its structure supports the creation of fluorinated pyridine derivatives, which are valuable in crop protection agents due to enhanced metabolic stability and improved lipophilicity. Commonly employed in the manufacture of herbicides and insecticides, where the fluorinated moiety increases target selectivity and environmental persistence. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry research for building blocks in kinase inhibitors and other therapeutic agents.