Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its structure allows for selective modification, making it valuable in constructing drug candidates that target neurological disorders. The Boc-protected piperidine ring provides stability during synthesis, while the bromophenoxy group enables further coupling reactions, such as cross-coupling with boronic acids via Suzuki reactions. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building blocks in serotonin or dopamine receptor modulators.