Used primarily in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other central nervous system agents. Its structure supports binding affinity to neurotransmitter receptors, making it valuable in developing antidepressants and anxiolytic drugs. Also employed in the study of receptor-ligand interactions due to its affinity for monoamine transporters. In addition, this compound serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates targeting neurological disorders.