Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural and pharmaceutical active ingredients. Its structure allows for derivatization into compounds with biological activity, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides. The presence of both chloro and trifluoromethyl groups enhances lipophilicity and metabolic stability, making it valuable in designing molecules with improved environmental persistence and target specificity. Commonly employed in the production of plant growth regulators and crop protection chemicals. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry for constructing bioactive molecules where fluorinated motifs are needed for enhanced potency.