Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with neuroactive properties, making it valuable in research for antidepressants, antipsychotics, and other neurological treatments. The amine functionality allows for easy derivatization, enabling chemists to build complex molecules for drug discovery. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry due to its rigid backbone and fluorine substitution, which can enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity in target molecules.