Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents. Its piperidine core with a chlorobenzyl modification makes it valuable for designing compounds with enhanced blood-brain barrier permeability. Commonly employed in the preparation of receptor ligands targeting neurological disorders such as depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its rigid aromatic and basic amine features.