Used in pharmaceutical research as an intermediate in the synthesis of central nervous system (CNS) active compounds. It serves as a building block for developing potential treatments targeting neurological disorders such as depression, anxiety, and pain due to its structural compatibility with receptor-binding molecules. Its derivative structures are explored for modulating neurotransmitter activity, particularly in serotonin and dopamine pathways. Also utilized in the development of novel analgesics and psychotropic agents. Common in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies involving piperidine-based scaffolds.