Used primarily in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other central nervous system agents. Its structure supports binding affinity to neurotransmitter receptors, making it valuable in developing antidepressants and anxiolytic drugs. Also investigated for use in treatments targeting cognitive disorders due to its neuroactive properties. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies involving piperidine and pyridine derivatives.