Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) active compounds. Its structural features make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing drugs targeting neurological disorders such as depression, anxiety, and addiction. The compound's stereochemistry and functional groups allow for selective interactions with biological targets, enhancing drug efficacy and specificity. It is also employed in research settings to explore structure-activity relationships in pyrrolidine-based therapeutics.