Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with receptor modulating properties, especially in serotonin and dopamine pathways. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles with potential antipsychotic or cognitive-enhancing activity. Also utilized in research settings to design enzyme inhibitors and receptor ligands due to the stability and versatility of the benzimidazole-piperidine scaffold.