Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the trifluoromethyl group enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its aldehyde and amine functional groups allow for versatile derivatization, making it valuable in constructing heterocyclic compounds such as benzimidazoles and quinazolines. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for designing kinase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents. Also applied in agrochemical research for developing novel pesticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.