Used primarily as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. It serves as a building block in the preparation of bioactive molecules due to its structural compatibility with receptor-targeted drugs. Its piperazine core and substituted benzyl group make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for modifying pharmacokinetic properties such as solubility, metabolic stability, and binding affinity. Commonly employed in research settings for the design of novel therapeutics, including potential antipsychotic and anxiolytic agents.