Used primarily in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of centrally acting muscle relaxants. Its spirocyclic structure and functional groups make it valuable for developing compounds that modulate neurotransmitter activity, particularly in the central nervous system. It has shown potential in the design of agents targeting neurological disorders such as anxiety, epilepsy, and spasticity. Due to its benzhydryl and benzyl motifs, it exhibits favorable binding affinity to certain CNS receptors, enhancing its utility in drug discovery programs focused on neuropharmacology.