Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its spirocyclic structure and functional groups make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems with potential antiviral or anticancer activity. The compound's architecture allows for selective modifications, enabling optimization of pharmacokinetic properties in drug design. It is also employed in research settings to explore new reaction pathways in organic synthesis.