Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for targeted cancer therapies. Its structure allows for selective binding in biological systems, making it valuable in creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with high specificity. Commonly employed in research settings for medicinal chemistry projects, especially in the design of central nervous system (CNS) drugs due to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier. Also utilized in the preparation of fluorinated heterocyclic compounds to improve metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug candidates.