Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules that require a fluorinated aromatic scaffold. Its nitro and trifluoromethyl functional groups make it suitable for further chemical transformations, such as reduction of the nitro group to an amine for use in coupling reactions. Commonly employed in research settings for designing compounds with potential antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, or herbicidal activity. Also utilized in the preparation of specialty chemicals where electron-withdrawing substituents are needed to modulate reactivity or stability.