Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical research targeting kinase inhibitors. Its sulfonyl group enables strong electron-withdrawing properties, making it valuable in constructing drug-like molecules with enhanced binding affinity. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its stable morpholine ring and halogenated aromatic moiety, which can be further functionalized through cross-coupling reactions. Also applied in the development of anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents.