Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for central nervous system (CNS) drugs. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with neurological activity, including potential use in antidepressants and antipsychotics. Also employed in research settings for designing novel bioactive molecules due to its favorable stereochemistry and ability to cross biological membranes. Commonly utilized in medicinal chemistry for scaffold modification to enhance drug potency and selectivity.