Widely used in pharmaceutical synthesis, this compound serves as a key chiral intermediate in the production of biologically active molecules, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and central nervous system agents. Its rigid, stereochemically defined structure makes it valuable for constructing selective drug candidates. It is often employed in asymmetric synthesis to introduce a constrained pyrrolidine-piperidine scaffold, enhancing metabolic stability and target binding affinity. Common applications include its use in route development for APIs where stereocontrol and functional group compatibility are critical.