Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly herbicides and insecticides, due to its halogen and electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group that enhance reactivity in cross-coupling reactions. Also employed in pharmaceutical research for building blocks in drug discovery, where the pyridine core contributes to biological activity and metabolic stability. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in creating complex molecules for crop protection and medicinal chemistry.