This compound is primarily used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for therapeutic drugs. It serves as a key building block in the production of compounds targeting neurological and cardiovascular disorders. Its chiral structure makes it valuable in creating enantiomerically pure substances, which are crucial for ensuring the efficacy and safety of drugs. Additionally, it is employed in peptide synthesis and as a precursor in the preparation of biologically active molecules with potential applications in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery.