Used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. Its structure supports the creation of enantiomerically pure compounds, making it valuable in asymmetric synthesis. Commonly employed in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients where stereochemistry plays a critical role in biological activity. Also utilized in research settings for developing novel neuroactive drugs and as an intermediate in the production of nootropic or antidepressant molecules.