Used as a key 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 selectivity and binding affinity to neurological receptors. Commonly employed in the preparation of antidepressants and antipsychotics due to its ability to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies, helping optimize drug candidates during early-stage research. The carbamate group allows for controlled deprotection, enabling stepwise assembly of complex molecules in multi-step syntheses.