Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and drug candidates targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex piperidine-based scaffolds. Commonly employed in research settings for the preparation of enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators. Also utilized in asymmetric synthesis due to its ability to form chiral derivatives important in optimizing drug efficacy and selectivity.