Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. It serves as a building block for inhibitors targeting specific enzymes or receptors, especially in neurodegenerative disease research. Its structure supports blood-brain barrier penetration, making it valuable in designing active compounds for neurological disorders. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship studies due to its rigid piperidine core and functional handle for further derivatization.