Used in pharmaceutical research and development as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is particularly valuable in the production of compounds targeting neurological and psychiatric disorders, such as antidepressants and anxiolytics. Its structural properties make it suitable for creating molecules with enhanced bioavailability and stability. Additionally, it is employed in organic synthesis to construct complex heterocyclic frameworks, which are essential in drug discovery. Its hydrochloride form ensures better solubility and handling in laboratory and industrial processes.