Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of agrochemicals and bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in creating herbicides and insecticides. The bromine and methoxy groups enable coupling reactions, while the trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity in target compounds. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig to build complex molecules for crop protection and medicinal chemistry.