Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders. It serves as a chiral building block in organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecules with high stereoselectivity. Its structural features make it valuable in the preparation of bioactive compounds, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators. Also employed in the design of peptidomimetics due to its ability to mimic amino acid geometry while enhancing metabolic stability.