Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of agrochemicals and bioactive molecules. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with insecticidal and herbicidal properties. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles, it plays a role in optimizing drug candidates targeting central nervous system disorders and inflammation. The bromo and trifluoromethyl groups allow for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in building complex molecules during drug discovery.