Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for drugs targeting inflammatory and central nervous system disorders. Its halogenated aromatic structure enhances binding selectivity and metabolic stability in drug molecules. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki-Miyaura and Buchwald-Hartwig to construct complex biaryl or heteroaryl systems. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing herbicides and fungicides due to its electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl and halogen groups that improve bioavailability and environmental persistence. Suitable for conjugation in peptide synthesis and labeling strategies where controlled reactivity is required.