Used in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to the presence of the difluoro and nitrile functional groups, which enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity. Commonly employed as an intermediate in the preparation of bioactive molecules, especially in the development of herbicides and antiviral agents. Its benzodioxole core contributes to improved lipophilicity and membrane permeability, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates.