Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Its structure supports the development of compounds with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. Commonly employed in the manufacture of central nervous system (CNS) agents and anti-inflammatory drugs due to its ability to penetrate biological membranes and influence stereochemistry in final drug molecules. Also utilized in agrochemicals for creating enantiomerically pure herbicides and fungicides, where the (R)- or (S)-enantiomer imparts specific biological activity. Its fluorinated aromatic ring enhances binding selectivity in target receptors, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry research and development.