Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated compounds with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its nitrile and trifluoromethyl groups make it valuable in constructing active ingredients for herbicides and fungicides. Also employed in the preparation of specialty chemicals where lipophilicity and electron-withdrawing properties are required. Commonly utilized in research settings for building blocks in heterocyclic chemistry and medicinal chemistry applications.