Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry for constructing complex molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization of piperidine rings, which are common in bioactive compounds. The methylsulfonyl oxy group acts as a good leaving group, enabling nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce various substituents. This compound is valuable in the development of drug candidates targeting central nervous system disorders and other therapeutic areas where piperidine derivatives show activity.