Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated organic compounds, especially in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. Its structure supports the development of bioactive molecules due to the presence of both nitrile and trifluoromethoxy functional groups, which enhance metabolic stability and lipophilicity. Commonly employed in the production of herbicides and fungicides, it contributes to improved environmental persistence and target specificity. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry for constructing fluorinated analogs in drug discovery programs.