Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of biologically active compounds targeting central nervous system disorders and inflammatory diseases. Its structure supports cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides with improved efficacy and selectivity. The electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl and bromine groups enhance its reactivity in metal-catalyzed transformations, enabling efficient derivatization in drug discovery pipelines.