Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure supports the creation of bioactive molecules due to the presence of a protected piperidone scaffold, which is common in medicinal chemistry. Commonly employed in research settings for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles. Also utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and cognitive enhancers. Suitable for use in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide-like synthesis where controlled functionalization is required.