Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated organic compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in building complex molecules. Commonly employed in reactions involving nucleophilic substitution or metal-catalyzed coupling due to the presence of the bromo group and electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl moiety. Also utilized in research settings for the preparation of bioactive molecules where fluorine incorporation enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity.