Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. It serves as a building block in the preparation of selective receptor modulators, including serotonin and dopamine receptor ligands. Its structural features allow for functionalization in medicinal chemistry campaigns targeting neurological disorders such as depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. Also employed in the creation of novel kinase inhibitors and bioactive molecules where a constrained amine scaffold is required for optimal binding and metabolic stability.