Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting central nervous system disorders and antipsychotic drugs. Its structure allows for easy functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex molecules. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and receptor modulators due to the presence of the piperazine ring, which enhances solubility and bioavailability. Also utilized in research settings for the design of novel bioactive compounds and in the creation of compound libraries for high-throughput screening.