Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the production of active ingredients in crop protection agents. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in creating complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in reactions where nitro groups are reduced to amines, enabling the formation of amino derivatives used in drug development. Also utilized in the manufacture of dyes and specialty chemicals due to its electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group and reactivity profile.