Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds. Commonly employed in agrochemical research as well, due to its ability to enhance the efficacy of crop protection agents. Also utilized in the preparation of fluorescent probes and dyes, where the fluorine and nitrile groups contribute to electronic tuning and binding specificity.