Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Its structure allows for incorporation into more complex molecules where the trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability. Commonly employed in the preparation of selective COX-2 inhibitors and other central nervous system (CNS)-targeting agents. Also utilized in agrochemicals for the production of herbicides and fungicides due to its ability to improve compound resistance to environmental degradation. Serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies, enabling optimization of drug candidates.