Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where a protected piperidine scaffold is required. Its carboxylic acid functionality allows for peptide coupling or esterification, while the Boc-protected amine ensures selective reactivity during multi-step reactions. Commonly employed in the synthesis of central nervous system agents, including analgesics and neuromodulatory drugs. The structure offers conformational rigidity and favorable pharmacokinetic properties, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug potency and metabolic stability.