Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and central nervous system agents. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with targeted biological activity. Commonly employed in organic synthesis to introduce trifluoromethyl-substituted aryl ketone moieties, which can enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity in drug molecules. Also utilized in the preparation of agrochemicals and specialty chemicals requiring fluorinated building blocks.