Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its structure supports the creation of bioactive molecules with potential antipsychotic or cognitive-enhancing properties. The tert-butyl carbamate group acts as a protecting group during peptide or heterocycle synthesis, allowing selective reaction at other sites. The difluorinated piperidine ring enhances metabolic stability and membrane permeability, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates. Commonly employed in research settings to design analogs for neurological disorders.