Used primarily in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, this compound serves as a key intermediate in the production of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Its trifluoromethyl group enhances the biological activity and metabolic stability of the resulting drugs. It is also employed in agrochemical research to develop new pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethyl group contributes to improved efficacy and environmental persistence. Additionally, it finds application in material science for the preparation of specialty chemicals and polymers, leveraging its unique chemical properties to enhance performance characteristics.