Used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of drugs targeting the central nervous system. It serves as an intermediate in the production of compounds with potential antidepressant, antipsychotic, or analgesic properties. Its chiral nature makes it valuable for creating enantiomerically pure drugs, enhancing efficacy and reducing side effects. Additionally, it may be employed in research for studying receptor interactions and developing novel therapeutic agents.