Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates. Its structure supports enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability in active compounds. Commonly employed in the preparation of central nervous system agents and anti-inflammatory molecules. The presence of fluorine atoms and the aromatic methoxy group make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing lipophilicity and binding affinity. Also utilized in the creation of chiral building blocks for asymmetric synthesis.