Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure supports the formation of heterocyclic compounds with potential antitumor, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for derivatization through condensation or coupling reactions to enhance drug candidate diversity. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the trifluoromethyl group, which improves metabolic stability and lipophilicity.