Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its structure supports conformational rigidity, enhancing selectivity and metabolic stability in drug candidates. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building complex azetidine-based scaffolds, it enables efficient optimization of potency and pharmacokinetic properties. Also utilized in research settings for exploring novel bioactive molecules due to the strained cyclopropyl and hydroxyazetidine motifs that influence binding affinity and target engagement.