Used as a key 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 rigidity provided by the cyclopropyl group and the aromatic interactions from the naphthalene ring. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for designing dopamine or serotonin receptor modulators. Also utilized in research settings for exploring novel psychoactive substances and studying structure-activity relationships in amine-based drugs.