Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents. Its structure supports enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug candidates. Commonly employed in research for designing enzyme inhibitors due to the combined effect of the hydroxyl and difluoromethoxy groups, which improve binding affinity to target proteins. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing herbicides and fungicides with improved environmental persistence and activity under varied pH conditions.