Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other fluorinated bioactive compounds. Its trifluoromethyl structure enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for improving drug absorption and resistance to degradation. Also employed in the development of agrochemicals and specialty materials where fluorine substitution imparts desired electronic or physical properties.