Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) active compounds. Its structure supports the creation of potent modulators of neurotransmitter receptors, making it valuable in drug discovery for neurological and psychiatric disorders. The difluorinated piperidinone core enhances metabolic stability and membrane permeability, which improves bioavailability in final drug formulations. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize potency and selectivity.