Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its spirocyclic structure provides structural rigidity, making it valuable in drug design for enhancing selectivity and metabolic stability. Commonly found in compounds targeting neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and schizophrenia. Also utilized in research for novel dopamine and serotonin receptor modulators due to its favorable binding properties. Its scaffold is explored in medicinal chemistry for optimizing pharmacokinetic profiles in neuroactive drugs.