Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) drugs. Its chiral structure makes it valuable in creating enantiomerically pure compounds, which are often required for high selectivity and reduced side effects in neuroactive medications. Commonly employed in the production of antidepressants, antipsychotics, and cognitive enhancers due to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and interact with neurotransmitter receptors. Also utilized in research settings for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of piperidine-based bioactive molecules.