Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) active agents. Its chiral structure makes it valuable in producing enantiomerically pure drugs, including antidepressants and antipsychotics. The presence of the trifluoromethoxy group enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity, improving drug penetration across the blood-brain barrier. Also employed in agrochemicals for the production of herbicides and fungicides due to its stability and reactivity profile. Commonly utilized in research settings for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies involving fluorinated compounds.