Used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring enantiomeric purity. Its structure supports the development of central nervous system agents and cardiovascular drugs. Commonly employed in asymmetric synthesis due to its amine functionality and chiral center, enabling the formation of complex molecules with high stereoselectivity. Also utilized in the preparation of intermediates for antidepressants and antiarrhythmic compounds.