Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and central nervous system agents. Its pyrazolo[4,3-c]pyridine core with a protected piperidine nitrogen (Boc group) and aminomethyl substituent allows for selective modification, making it valuable in creating bioactive molecules with improved metabolic stability and binding affinity. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for lead optimization, facilitating stepwise synthesis in drug discovery programs.