Used primarily in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly as a chiral building block for drugs targeting the central nervous system. Its rigid bicyclic structure and stereochemistry make it valuable in the development of enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators. Commonly employed in the production of cognitive enhancers and treatments for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's. Also utilized in the preparation of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonists due to its structural similarity to natural alkaloids. Its hydrochloride salt form improves stability and solubility, facilitating use in aqueous reaction systems and formulation development.