Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical research targeting central nervous system disorders. Its rigid bicyclic structure and fluorination pattern make it valuable for enhancing metabolic stability and membrane permeability in drug candidates. Commonly employed in the development of protease inhibitors and receptor modulators where steric and electronic effects are critical. The carbamate group allows for easy incorporation into larger molecules through coupling reactions, enabling rapid exploration of structure-activity relationships in medicinal chemistry programs.