This chemical is primarily used in organic synthesis as an intermediate for the production of more complex compounds. Its nitro and trifluoromethyl groups make it a valuable building block in the development of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the creation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that require these functional groups for biological activity. Additionally, it finds application in agrochemical research, where it is utilized to synthesize herbicides or pesticides with enhanced efficacy due to the presence of the nitro and trifluoromethyl moieties. Its ester group also allows for further chemical modifications, making it versatile in various industrial and research applications.