Used primarily as a pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with neuroactive properties, making it valuable in research for antidepressants, antipsychotics, and cognitive enhancers. The compound's ability to cross the blood-brain barrier enhances its utility in CNS drug design. It is also employed in the preparation of chiral building blocks for medicinal chemistry, aiding in the optimization of drug efficacy and selectivity.