Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly herbicides and insecticides. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in creating active ingredients that target specific plant or pest systems. It is also employed in the development of pharmaceuticals where the trifluoromethyl and nitro groups contribute to biological activity. Due to its reactivity, it serves as a building block in organic synthesis, especially in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions. Its presence in fluorinated aromatic compounds enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity in drug design.