Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and analgesic agents. Its structure allows for easy modification in multi-step reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex molecules. The presence of the fluorine atom and sulfonyl group enhances its reactivity and binding affinity in biological systems, which is beneficial in drug design. Commonly employed in research settings to prepare active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with improved metabolic stability and potency.