Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that target various diseases. It is also employed in agrochemical research for creating compounds with potential pesticidal or herbicidal properties. The trifluoromethyl group enhances the biological activity and stability of the final products. Additionally, it serves as a building block in organic synthesis for the preparation of complex molecules in material science, including the development of specialty chemicals and advanced materials.