Used primarily in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate in the synthesis of various drugs, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders. It plays a key role in the development of compounds with potential antidepressant and antipsychotic properties. Additionally, it is employed in organic chemistry research for the preparation of trifluoromethyl-substituted aromatic compounds, which are valuable in the study of chemical reactivity and material science. Its unique structure also makes it useful in the production of agrochemicals, contributing to the development of pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy.