Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of compounds with trifluoromethyl groups that enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its bromomethyl functionality allows for further alkylation or coupling reactions, making it valuable in building complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting central nervous system disorders and inflammatory conditions. Also utilized in the preparation of fluorinated analogs in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.