Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of compounds with potential anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also employed in the production of advanced materials, such as liquid crystals and polymers, due to its ability to enhance thermal stability and chemical resistance. Additionally, it serves as a building block in organic synthesis for creating complex molecules with trifluoromethyl groups, which are valuable in agrochemicals and specialty chemicals. Its unique structure makes it suitable for applications in catalysis and as a ligand in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).