Used in pharmaceutical research as an intermediate for synthesizing bioactive compounds targeting neurological disorders. Shows potential in the development of agents affecting neurotransmitter systems, particularly those involving nicotinic receptors. Also employed in studies exploring new treatments for cognitive dysfunction and neurodegenerative diseases due to its structural properties that support blood-brain barrier penetration. Commonly utilized in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of piperidine-based analogs.