Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) drugs. It serves as a building block for compounds targeting neurological disorders such as depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia due to its structural similarity to known neuroactive molecules. Its pyridinyl and piperidine moieties enable favorable interactions with biological targets like receptors and enzymes in the brain. Additionally, it is employed in medicinal chemistry research for designing novel ligands and optimizing drug candidates with improved selectivity and bioavailability.