Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) active agents. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with antidepressant and stimulant properties. It has been explored in the preparation of analogs related to phenethylamine-based drugs, which may influence neurotransmitter release such as dopamine and norepinephrine. Also employed in research settings for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of psychoactive substances. Due to its amine functionality and aromatic trifluoromethoxy group, it serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for designing bioactive molecules with enhanced metabolic stability and membrane permeability.