Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated organic compounds with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its structure supports the creation of active ingredients in drugs targeting central nervous system disorders and anti-inflammatory agents. The presence of fluorine atoms and the benzyl ether functionality make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for modifying aromatic rings to improve drug potency and resistance to degradation. Also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and specialty materials requiring specific electronic or steric properties.