Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that involve piperidine derivatives. It serves as a building block in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders, including antidepressants and antipsychotics. Its ester functionality allows for further chemical modifications, enabling the creation of more complex molecules. Also utilized in research settings for the development of novel bioactive compounds and in the preparation of catalysts or ligands for asymmetric synthesis.