Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly as a chiral building block in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It plays a role in creating drugs that target neurological and psychiatric disorders, such as antidepressants and antipsychotics, due to its structural properties. The compound is also utilized in research for designing molecules with specific receptor-binding activities, aiding in the study of central nervous system (CNS) disorders. Its hydrochloride form ensures stability and solubility, making it suitable for various formulation processes in drug manufacturing.