Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for therapeutic drugs. It plays a role in the production of molecules targeting specific biological pathways, such as enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators. Its structural features, including the trifluoromethyl and halogen groups, contribute to enhancing the potency and selectivity of the final drug molecules. Additionally, it is employed in agrochemical research for creating novel pesticides or herbicides with improved efficacy and stability.