Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in the development of CNS-targeted drugs. Its structure supports binding to neurological receptors, making it valuable in creating potential treatments for depression, anxiety, and other neurological disorders. Also explored in agrochemicals for designing novel pesticides due to its stability and reactivity. The trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic resistance, improving the in vivo performance of derived compounds.