Used primarily as a research chemical in neuroscience studies, particularly for investigating dopaminergic and noradrenergic systems. It serves as a structural analog in the development of central nervous system stimulants and appetite suppressants. Due to its structural properties, it is also employed in the synthesis of more complex molecules for pharmacological testing. Commonly found in early-stage drug discovery to explore structure-activity relationships in substituted piperidines. Not intended for human use or commercial application.