Used in organic synthesis as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Its α,β-unsaturated ester structure makes it suitable for Michael addition reactions and cycloadditions. Commonly employed in the preparation of fluorinated analogs of biologically active molecules, especially in drug discovery targeting central nervous system disorders and anti-inflammatory agents. Also utilized in the development of agrochemicals due to the enhanced lipophilicity and metabolic stability provided by the fluorophenyl group.