Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) active agents. Its structure supports modulation of neurotransmitter receptors, making it valuable in research for antipsychotic and antidepressant drugs. Also employed in the preparation of bioactive molecules due to its ability to enhance binding affinity and metabolic stability in drug candidates. Commonly found in medicinal chemistry research for designing novel therapeutic compounds.