Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in constructing chiral building blocks for drug discovery. Commonly employed in organic synthesis to introduce protected amine groups with controlled stereochemistry. Suitable for cross-coupling reactions due to the presence of the bromomethyl group, enabling carbon-carbon bond formation. Also utilized in the preparation of protease inhibitors and receptor modulators.