Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. Its amine functionality and ether groups make it suitable for use in the development of central nervous system agents, including potential applications in the synthesis of antidepressants or antipsychotic compounds. The compound's structure allows for selective modifications, enabling its incorporation into more complex molecules during drug discovery research. It is also employed in the study of amine-based catalysis and as a building block in medicinal chemistry for creating libraries of amine derivatives.