Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly herbicides and insecticides, due to its reactive halogen substituents that allow for further functionalization. Its structure supports the development of active ingredients targeting specific plant enzymes or pest nervous systems. Also employed in pharmaceutical research for building fluorinated heterocyclic compounds, which can enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug candidates. Commonly utilized in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig aminations to form carbon-carbon or carbon-nitrogen bonds in complex molecule assembly.