Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) active compounds. Its structure supports the creation of selective receptor modulators, including those targeting dopamine and sigma receptors. Commonly employed in research for analgesic and antipsychotic drug candidates. Also utilized in the preparation of building blocks for high-throughput screening in medicinal chemistry. Shows utility in creating analogs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its rigid piperidine core and functional group compatibility.