Used primarily in pharmaceutical research as an intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds. Shows potential in the development of anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents due to its structural features, including the acrylate moiety and fluorinated aromatic ring, which enhance binding affinity and metabolic stability. Also employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize drug candidates targeting kinase enzymes and nuclear receptors. Its sulfone and hydroxyl groups allow further chemical modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating diverse compound libraries.