Used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for treating various medical conditions. It serves as a key intermediate in the production of compounds with potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, or antiviral properties. Its trifluorophenyl group enhances the metabolic stability and bioavailability of the resulting drugs. Additionally, it is employed in organic chemistry research for studying fluorinated aromatic compounds and their reactivity.