Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of bioactive molecules targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure supports the development of compounds with receptor modulating activity, especially in nicotinic acetylcholine receptor ligands. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing chiral, constrained amines that enhance metabolic stability and selectivity in drug candidates. Also utilized in asymmetric synthesis due to its rigid bicyclic framework, enabling stereocontrol in complex molecule assembly.