Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents and enzyme inhibitors. Its structure supports the design of bioactive molecules due to the presence of both amine and carboxylic acid functional groups on a constrained piperidine ring. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing peptidomimetics and receptor modulators. Also utilized in the preparation of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other neurologically active compounds. Its rigid scaffold enhances metabolic stability and target selectivity in drug candidates.