Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) active agents. Its structure supports the formation of biologically active molecules by serving as a chiral building block in asymmetric synthesis. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing piperidine-based scaffolds, which are prevalent in drugs targeting neurological disorders, inflammation, and certain cancers. Also utilized in the preparation of enzyme inhibitors due to its ability to mimic transition states in metabolic reactions.