Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceutical compounds. It serves as a building block in the preparation of thioether-containing molecules, which are important in medicinal chemistry for their metabolic stability and binding properties. Commonly applied in research settings for designing bioactive molecules, including potential central nervous system agents due to the presence of the diphenylmethyl moiety, which is found in several antihistamines and anticholinergic drugs. Also utilized in the synthesis of enzyme inhibitors and receptor ligands. Its amide and thioether functional groups allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in drug discovery and development.