Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where piperidine derivatives are required. Its Boc-protected amine group allows for selective deprotection and further functionalization, making it valuable in multi-step organic synthesis. Commonly employed in the preparation of drug candidates targeting central nervous system disorders, including antidepressants and antipsychotics. Also utilized in the synthesis of agrochemicals and specialty chemicals requiring chiral piperidine scaffolds.