This chemical is primarily used in peptide synthesis as a protecting group for amines. It helps prevent unwanted reactions during the synthesis process, ensuring the correct sequence of amino acids in the peptide chain. The fluorenylmethyloxycarbonyl (Fmoc) group, which is part of this compound, is particularly valued for its stability under basic conditions and its ease of removal under mild acidic conditions. This makes it a preferred choice in solid-phase peptide synthesis, where it allows for the stepwise construction of peptides with high precision. Additionally, it is used in the synthesis of various organic compounds where selective protection of amine groups is required.