Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of protease inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in constructing complex heterocyclic systems found in drug candidates. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building chiral pyrrolidine frameworks, which are prevalent in treatments for viral infections, neurological disorders, and metabolic diseases. Also utilized in asymmetric synthesis due to its stereochemical stability and reactivity profile.