Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of centrally acting agents. It serves as a building block for drugs targeting neurological pathways, including potential analgesics and neuromodulators. Its structure supports functional modifications that enhance blood-brain barrier penetration, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing bioactive molecules. Also explored in research for novel psychoactive substances and receptor ligands due to its affinity for certain neurotransmitter systems.