Used primarily in research settings as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds. It serves as a building block in the development of central nervous system agents, particularly in the design of ligands for neurotransmitter receptors such as dopamine and serotonin receptors. Due to its structural properties, it is also employed in the study of receptor binding and selectivity, aiding in the optimization of drug candidates for neurological and psychiatric disorders. Its application remains limited to laboratory and preclinical research, with no approved therapeutic use in humans.