Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. Its structure supports the creation of bioactive molecules due to the presence of a piperidine core and a methoxyphenyl group, which are common motifs in neuroactive drugs. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building blocks in the preparation of dopamine receptor modulators and related therapeutic agents. Also utilized in research settings for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies involving substituted piperidines.