Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its enantiomerically pure structure makes it valuable in producing selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other neuroactive compounds. The amine group allows for easy derivatization, enabling its incorporation into more complex molecules with high stereochemical control. It is also employed in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis research due to its stable chiral center and rigid cyclic framework.