Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical research targeting central nervous system agents. Its spirocyclic structure makes it valuable for developing novel heterocyclic compounds with potential anticonvulsant, antidepressant, or antiviral properties. The compound's rigid framework is exploited in medicinal chemistry to enhance selectivity and metabolic stability in drug candidates. It also serves in combinatorial chemistry for generating diverse compound libraries aimed at identifying new therapeutic agents.