Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. Shows utility in creating serotonin and dopamine modulators due to its structural affinity for neurotransmitter receptors. Employed in research for potential antidepressant and antipsychotic drugs. Also applied in the preparation of novel kinase inhibitors for oncology studies. Its fluorinated benzyl group enhances blood-brain barrier penetration, making it valuable in neuropharmacology. Commonly used in medicinal chemistry for scaffold modification to improve metabolic stability and binding affinity.