Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other central nervous system agents. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building bioactive molecules. Also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and fluorescent dyes due to its aromatic and amino-carboxylic framework. The fluorine substituent enhances metabolic stability in drug candidates, improving bioavailability and target binding.