Used primarily in the pharmaceutical industry as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It plays a crucial role in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders, including antidepressants and antipsychotics. Additionally, it is employed in agrochemical research for creating novel pesticides and herbicides, owing to its unique structural properties that enhance biological activity. Its difluoromethoxy group is particularly valuable in improving metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug molecules.