Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides. Its structure supports the creation of active ingredients with enhanced stability and biological activity. Also employed in the production of specialty polymers and fluorinated organic compounds where resistance to degradation is required. The presence of both chlorine and trifluoromethyl groups contributes to improved lipophilicity and electron-withdrawing properties, making it valuable in designing molecules with specific reactivity or binding characteristics.