Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of receptor antagonists and kinase inhibitors. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing bioactive molecules targeting neurological and inflammatory disorders. Its structure facilitates binding to specific enzyme active sites, making it valuable in drug discovery programs. Also utilized in the preparation of pyridinylpiperazine derivatives with potential antipsychotic or antidepressant activity. Suitable for research in central nervous system (CNS) drug design due to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier.