Used in pharmaceutical research as a building block for synthesizing bioactive molecules, particularly in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic stability and membrane permeability, making it valuable in optimizing drug candidates. Also employed in agrochemicals to improve the efficacy and durability of crop protection agents. Commonly utilized in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its electron-withdrawing properties and ability to influence binding affinity.