Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders and metabolic diseases. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances the bioavailability and metabolic stability of the resulting compounds. It is also employed in agrochemical research to create novel pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy. Additionally, it serves as a building block in organic synthesis for the preparation of complex molecules in material science, including liquid crystals and polymers.