Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and kinase inhibitors. Its structure supports enhanced metabolic stability and binding affinity in drug molecules. Also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and functional materials where fluorine substitution improves performance. The amino and carboxylic acid groups allow for versatile coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex molecules through amide or ester formation.