Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate for developing bioactive compounds, particularly in the synthesis of potential drug candidates targeting various diseases. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the creation of heterocyclic compounds for studying enzyme inhibition and receptor modulation. Its applications also extend to agrochemical research, where it contributes to the development of novel pesticides and herbicides.