Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents and analgesics. It serves as a building block for various psychoactive drugs and is involved in the preparation of compounds with potential antipsychotic, antidepressant, and anti-addiction properties. Commonly utilized in research settings for structure-activity relationship studies of piperidine-based bioactive molecules. Also employed in the production of selective receptor ligands targeting opioid, dopamine, and serotonin receptors. Its reactivity and structural features make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates.