Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. It serves as a building block for drugs targeting neurological disorders such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis due to its structural similarity to bioactive piperidines. Its methylamino group allows for easy modification, enabling the creation of various derivatives with tailored pharmacological properties. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies. Also utilized in the production of selective receptor ligands, including those acting on serotonin, dopamine, and sigma receptors.