Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated analogs of biologically active molecules. Its structure allows for enhanced metabolic stability and improved binding affinity in drug candidates. Commonly employed in the preparation of central nervous system agents and enzyme inhibitors due to the electron-withdrawing effect of the difluoro group, which influences the molecule's lipophilicity and bioavailability. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies involving amine-containing compounds.