Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of centrally acting agents such as analgesics and neuromodulatory drugs. Its piperidine core with protected amine functionality makes it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex molecules with high selectivity. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and GPCR-targeted therapeutics due to its favorable stereochemistry and ability to enhance metabolic stability. Also utilized in research settings for generating compound libraries in drug discovery programs.