Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with high selectivity and potency in drug candidates. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for optimizing metabolic stability and binding affinity due to the electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group. Also utilized in agrochemicals for designing novel pesticides and herbicides where enhanced lipophilicity and resistance to degradation are required.