Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for central nervous system (CNS) drugs and kinase inhibitors. Its fluorinated aromatic structure enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug candidates. Also employed in agrochemicals for the production of herbicides and fungicides due to its electron-withdrawing nitrile group and fluorine substitution, which improve target selectivity and environmental persistence. Commonly utilized in research and development for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in medicinal chemistry.