Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that require high enantiomeric purity. Its structure supports the development of drugs targeting central nervous system disorders, including antidepressants and antipsychotics. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex molecules due to the presence of both a reactive ester and a protected amine in a stereochemically defined framework. Also utilized in the preparation of enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators, especially in research focused on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. Its hydrochloride salt form enhances stability and handling during synthetic processes.