Used primarily as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other central nervous system (CNS) active compounds. Its structural features make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing drugs targeting neurological disorders such as depression, anxiety, and neuropathic pain. The compound’s piperidine and pyridine moieties contribute to receptor binding affinity and metabolic stability, enhancing the pharmacokinetic profile of final drug products. It is also employed in research settings for generating novel bioactive molecules through derivatization reactions.