Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly in the development of active ingredients for central nervous system (CNS) drugs. It serves as a chiral building block in organic synthesis, enabling the production of structurally complex molecules with high stereoselectivity. Its amide and amino functional groups allow for peptide coupling and derivatization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing bioactive compounds. Also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and specialty polymers due to its structural stability and reactivity profile.