Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. It serves as a building block for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that target neurological disorders, including antidepressants and antipsychotics. Its structure allows for easy modification of amine functionality, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug potency, selectivity, and pharmacokinetic properties. Commonly employed in research and development for creating novel piperidine-based compounds with desired biological activity.