Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and medicinal agents. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with potential antimalarial, anticancer, and antimicrobial properties. The presence of the trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity, making it valuable in drug design for improving pharmacokinetic profiles. Also employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and receptor modulators in research settings.