Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex molecules. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig aminations to introduce aryl or amino groups. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to the presence of halogen and trifluoromethyl moieties, which can enhance bioavailability and metabolic stability. The carboxylic acid group enables easy derivatization into amides, esters, or other functional groups for further application in drug discovery.