Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) active agents. Its structure supports the creation of selective receptor modulators, including those targeting dopamine and sigma receptors, which are relevant in treating neurological and psychiatric disorders. The nitrile and bromo functionalities allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex drug molecules. It is also employed in research settings to explore new bioactive piperidine derivatives.