Used primarily as a research chemical in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceutical intermediates. Its strained cyclopropyl rings and amine functionality make it valuable in constructing complex nitrogen-containing molecules. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for designing analogs of bioactive compounds, especially in CNS-targeted drug discovery. The hydrochloride salt form enhances stability and solubility, facilitating use in aqueous or polar reaction systems. Also employed in the study of amine transporters and receptor binding due to structural similarity to known neuroactive agents.