Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and central nervous system agents. Its fluorinated structure enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug candidates. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to the influence of fluorine atoms on binding affinity and lipophilicity. Also utilized in the preparation of analogs for biological screening in early-stage drug discovery.