Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in pharmaceuticals targeting central nervous system disorders. Its oxazoline core and chiral center make it valuable in asymmetric synthesis, enabling the development of enantiomerically pure drugs. It has been employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and receptor modulators due to its ability to enhance binding selectivity and metabolic stability. Commonly utilized in medicinal chemistry research for optimizing lead compounds in drug discovery programs.