Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of biologically active compounds targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structural features, including the fluorinated piperidine ring and protected amine group, make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for enhancing metabolic stability and binding affinity. Commonly employed in the preparation of protease inhibitors and receptor modulators, especially in antiviral and antidepressant drug candidates. The stereochemistry allows for selective interactions with enzyme active sites, improving potency and reducing off-target effects.