Used in organic synthesis as a building block for more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It serves as an intermediate in the production of compounds with potential biological activity, such as herbicides and antimicrobial agents. The nitro and halogen groups make it reactive for further chemical modifications, enabling the development of diverse derivatives. Its trifluoro substitution enhances stability and influences the electronic properties of the resulting compounds, making it valuable in research and industrial applications.