Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for central nervous system (CNS) drugs and anti-inflammatory agents. Its structure allows for selective derivatization, making it valuable in constructing complex molecules with high biological activity. Commonly employed in the preparation of analogs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to the stability and electron-withdrawing nature of the trifluoromethyl group. Suitable for coupling reactions in medicinal chemistry, especially in the formation of amide and ester derivatives for drug discovery.