Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active ingredients for central nervous system (CNS) drugs. Its structure supports the creation of compounds with high enantioselectivity, making it valuable in producing medications for neurological and psychiatric disorders. Commonly employed in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules where stereochemistry plays a critical role in efficacy and safety. Also utilized in research settings for building complex piperidine-based scaffolds in drug discovery programs.