Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of fluorinated organic molecules with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its structure supports the creation of biologically active compounds, especially in medicinal chemistry for central nervous system agents and anti-inflammatory drugs. The presence of fluorine improves binding selectivity and resistance to oxidative degradation, making it valuable in designing long-acting therapeutics. Also employed in the preparation of chiral building blocks for asymmetric synthesis.