Used in pharmaceutical synthesis as an intermediate for developing biologically active compounds, particularly in the production of central nervous system agents. Shows utility in the development of potential antipsychotic and antidepressant drugs due to its structural affinity for neurotransmitter receptors. Employed in medicinal chemistry research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies involving fluorinated analogs. Also applied in the preparation of novel amine derivatives for screening in neuropharmacology and metabolic stability assays.