Used primarily in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, this compound plays a key role in the development of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulators. It is especially valuable in the production of drugs targeting neurological disorders such as depression, anxiety, and cognitive impairment. Due to its structural features, it enhances binding selectivity and improves pharmacokinetic properties in final drug formulations. It is also employed in research settings for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of central nervous system-active agents.