Used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents and receptor modulators. Its piperazine core with a hydroxymethyl and benzyl group enables selective interactions in drug design, enhancing bioavailability and target specificity. Commonly employed in the preparation of bioactive molecules requiring stereochemical control, such as serotonin or dopamine receptor ligands. Also utilized in the creation of protease inhibitors and antimicrobial compounds due to its ability to mimic peptide motifs and improve metabolic stability.