Used in pharmaceutical research as a chiral building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is particularly valuable in the development of enantiomerically pure compounds, which are critical for drugs targeting specific biological pathways. Its structure makes it suitable for creating intermediates in the synthesis of antifungal, antiviral, or anti-inflammatory agents. Additionally, it may be employed in the study of receptor binding and enzyme inhibition due to its specific stereochemistry. The hydrochloride salt form enhances its stability and solubility, making it easier to handle in laboratory settings.