Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, this compound enables the introduction of a trifluoromethyl group into larger molecules, enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its amine and ester functionalities allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex fluorinated structures. It is particularly useful in the development of bioactive molecules where fluorine substitution improves binding affinity or resistance to degradation.