Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with central nervous system activity. It serves as a building block in the production of certain antipsychotic and antidepressant drugs due to its structural compatibility with bioactive molecules. Its amine and piperazine functionalities allow for easy modification and incorporation into complex drug molecules, enhancing solubility and receptor binding. Also employed in research settings for the design of novel therapeutic agents and in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.