Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nootropic and neuroprotective agents. It plays a role in the preparation of compounds targeting cognitive disorders and central nervous system diseases. Its structure supports the design of molecules with enhanced blood-brain barrier permeability, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating biologically active isoxazole derivatives. Also employed in research settings for developing novel therapeutic agents and in the optimization of drug candidates through structural modification.