Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active ingredients for antifungal and anti-inflammatory drugs. Commonly employed in agrochemical manufacturing for producing herbicides and insecticides due to its stability and reactivity in coupling reactions. Its fluorinated structure enhances lipophilicity and metabolic stability in target molecules, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates. Also utilized in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystals where halogenated aromatics improve thermal and chemical resistance.