Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of selective enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators. Its fluorinated structure enhances metabolic stability and binding affinity, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates. Commonly employed in the preparation of compounds targeting neurological disorders and inflammatory conditions due to its ability to cross biological membranes efficiently. Also utilized in the design of fluorinated analogs to improve pharmacokinetic properties in drug discovery programs.