Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its structure supports the creation of bioactive molecules due to the rigid bicyclic framework, which can enhance selectivity and metabolic stability. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing constrained amino derivatives, it aids in optimizing drug candidates targeting neurological disorders. Also utilized in the preparation of protease inhibitors and receptor modulators where steric protection of the amine group is required during multi-step syntheses.