Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the development of drugs targeting the central nervous system. Its structure enables good penetration of the blood-brain barrier, making it valuable in research for treatments of neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease. Additionally, it serves as a building block for creating selective enzyme inhibitors, such as PDE10A, which regulates neuronal function in the brain, offering potential for developing antipsychotics or therapies for mood disorders.