Used in pharmaceutical research as an intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive molecules. Its structure supports the development of compounds with potential neurological and psychiatric applications. The azetidine ring enhances metabolic stability, making it valuable in designing drug candidates. Commonly utilized in medicinal chemistry for optimizing lead compounds due to its favorable physicochemical properties and ability to improve blood-brain barrier penetration. Also explored in the development of receptor modulators, particularly for CNS-related targets.