Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly herbicides and fungicides, due to its halogenated aromatic structure that enhances bioactivity. Its trifluoromethyl and halogen groups make it valuable in pharmaceutical development for constructing active ingredients with improved metabolic stability and target specificity. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Ullmann reactions, to build complex molecules in crop protection agents and medicinal chemistry. Also utilized in the production of specialty chemicals requiring high thermal and chemical resistance.