Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of biologically active compounds targeting central nervous system disorders and psychiatric conditions. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity, making it valuable in drug design for improving bioavailability and binding affinity. Commonly employed in the preparation of selective enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators, especially in medicinal chemistry research focused on neurodegenerative diseases and mood disorders. Also utilized in agrochemicals for the development of novel pesticides due to its favorable electronic and steric properties.