Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity, making it valuable in optimizing the biological activity of active ingredients. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its electron-withdrawing properties and ability to influence binding affinity. Also utilized in the preparation of pyridine-based compounds with potential applications in crop protection and drug discovery.