Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. It serves as a building block for creating modulators of neurotransmitter receptors due to its structural similarity to phenethylamine derivatives. Commonly employed in research settings for the preparation of potential anxiolytic, antidepressant, or anti-inflammatory agents. Its fluorinated aromatic group enhances metabolic stability and binding affinity in target molecules, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates.