This chemical is primarily utilized in the development of advanced herbicides due to its ability to inhibit key enzymes in weed growth. Its structure allows for effective targeting of specific plant processes, making it a valuable component in agricultural formulations aimed at controlling resistant weed species. Additionally, it is explored in pharmaceutical research for its potential as a scaffold in designing enzyme inhibitors for therapeutic applications. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances its stability and binding affinity, making it suitable for both agrochemical and medicinal chemistry studies.