Used in pharmaceutical research as a chiral intermediate for synthesizing bioactive molecules, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. Its structural features make it valuable in the design of receptor modulators, including those targeting serotonin and dopamine pathways. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates due to its stereochemical purity and ability to influence pharmacokinetic properties. Also utilized in the preparation of enzyme inhibitors and as a building block in asymmetric synthesis.