Used primarily in pharmaceutical research as an intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive compounds, particularly those targeting the central nervous system. It serves as a building block for developing antipsychotic and antidepressant agents due to its structural similarity to piperazine-based neuroactive drugs. Its hydrochloride salt form enhances solubility and stability, making it suitable for use in laboratory-scale synthesis and formulation studies. Also employed in the development of receptor ligands for dopamine and serotonin receptors in medicinal chemistry workflows.