Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig aminations to introduce aryl or amine groups. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to the presence of trifluoromethyl and bromo moieties, which enhance lipophilicity and metabolic stability. Suitable for high-throughput screening and combinatorial chemistry in drug discovery.