Used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring high enantiomeric purity. Its structure supports the formation of complex amines found in bioactive molecules. Commonly employed in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis due to its stereoselective properties. Also utilized in the preparation of enzyme inhibitors and receptor ligands, especially in central nervous system (CNS) drug research. Serves as an intermediate in the production of agrochemicals and specialty chemicals where chirality plays a critical role in activity.