Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of sulfonamide-based drugs with potential antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry due to the presence of reactive functional groups—the cyano and sulfonamide moieties—which allow for further chemical modifications. Its fluorinated aromatic structure enhances binding selectivity and metabolic stability in drug candidates. Commonly employed in research settings for designing enzyme inhibitors and bioactive molecules.