Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated compounds which exhibit enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its electron-withdrawing trifluoroacetyl group facilitates cyclization and condensation reactions, making it valuable in constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles. Commonly employed in research settings for the preparation of pyrrole-based derivatives with potential biological activity, including antitumor, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory agents. Also utilized in materials science for designing organic semiconductors and functional polymers due to its electron-deficient character and thermal stability.