Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of serotonin and dopamine receptor modulators. Its enantiomeric purity makes it valuable in producing active ingredients for central nervous system drugs, including those targeting depression, anxiety, and Parkinson’s disease. The compound’s structure allows for selective binding and improved metabolic stability in final drug forms. It is also employed in asymmetric synthesis routes to build complex bioactive molecules.