Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules targeting central nervous system disorders. Its rigid bicyclic structure makes it valuable in medicinal chemistry for conformational restriction, enhancing selectivity and metabolic stability in drug candidates. Commonly employed in the preparation of tropane-based analogs, including those investigated for use as receptor antagonists or enzyme inhibitors. Also utilized in research settings for building blocks in asymmetric synthesis and in the design of novel heterocyclic compounds.