Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of agrochemicals and bioactive molecules. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity, making it valuable in designing compounds with improved biological activity. Commonly employed in the preparation of herbicides and fungicides due to its ability to modulate enzyme activity in target organisms. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry for constructing pyridine-based drug candidates with enhanced pharmacokinetic properties.