Used primarily in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive compounds, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure supports the development of analogs with potential sedative, anxiolytic, and anticonvulsant properties. It is also explored in the design of novel GABA receptor modulators due to its structural similarity to known neuroactive scaffolds. Additionally, it serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates with improved metabolic stability and binding affinity.