Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that target central nervous system disorders. Its structure allows for selective modification, making it valuable in creating potent and selective receptor modulators. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex molecules due to the presence of both a protected amine and a hydroxyl functional group, enabling sequential coupling reactions. Widely utilized in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and GPCR-targeted drugs. Also applied in the creation of novel piperidine-based compounds for drug discovery research.