Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of active ingredients requiring halogenated aromatic structures. Its reactive bromomethyl group enables easy functionalization for building more complex molecules. Commonly employed in the preparation of fungicides and herbicides due to the presence of chlorine and trifluoromethyl groups, which enhance biological activity and stability. Also utilized in research for creating novel compounds with potential antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties.