Widely used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly in the production of herbicides and insecticides. Its structure allows for effective modification to create active ingredients that target specific plant or pest systems. It is also employed in the development of pharmaceuticals, where the trifluoromethyl and chloro functional groups enhance biological activity and metabolic stability. The compound’s reactivity makes it suitable for coupling reactions in medicinal chemistry, contributing to the creation of more potent and selective drug candidates. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the preparation of nicotinic receptor ligands used in neuroscience research.