Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other central nervous system agents. Its structure supports the introduction of fluorine-containing motifs that enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity in active drug molecules. Also employed in the preparation of bioactive molecules for research in medicinal chemistry, especially in studies focused on optimizing pharmacokinetic properties through fluorine substitution.