Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of biologically active molecules targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating analogs in drug discovery programs. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and receptor modulators due to the amine group’s reactivity and the conformational stability provided by the piperidine ring. Also utilized in the production of sulfonamide-based compounds with potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.