Used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of chiral compounds. It serves as a key intermediate in the production of drugs targeting neurological disorders, including antidepressants and antipsychotics. Its chiral nature makes it valuable in creating enantiomerically pure substances, enhancing drug efficacy and reducing side effects. Additionally, it is employed in research for developing new therapeutic agents and in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules with specific biological activities.