Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of active ingredients for central nervous system (CNS) drugs. It serves as a building block in the development of compounds with potential antidepressant, antipsychotic, or cognitive-enhancing effects. Its nitrile and amine functional groups allow for versatile chemical transformations, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating novel drug candidates. Also employed in research settings for designing pyrrolidine-based molecules with improved bioavailability and target selectivity.