Used primarily as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. Its structure supports the formation of bioactive molecules, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry research. The compound's fluorinated aromatic ring and alkyne functionality allow for selective reactions in multi-step syntheses, especially in creating analogs for drug discovery programs targeting neurological disorders. It is also employed in the preparation of selective enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators due to its ability to mimic natural neurotransmitters when incorporated into larger molecular frameworks.