Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structural features make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing conformationally constrained azetidine rings, which can enhance metabolic stability and binding selectivity in drug candidates. Commonly employed in research settings for building blocks in small-molecule drug discovery, especially in protease inhibitor design and kinase modulation. Also utilized in the preparation of chiral templates for asymmetric synthesis.