Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. Its structure allows for selective modification, making it valuable in creating compounds with potential antipsychotic or cognitive-enhancing properties. The Boc-protected amine group enables controlled deprotection and coupling in multi-step syntheses, especially in medicinal chemistry workflows targeting neurological disorders. Also employed in the preparation of receptor ligands where the piperidine and isothiazole moieties contribute to binding affinity and metabolic stability.