Used as a protected intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. The tert-butyl carbamate group acts as a protecting group for amines, allowing selective reaction at other functional sites. The hydroxyl group can be further modified through esterification or ether formation, enabling incorporation into complex molecules. Commonly employed in the synthesis of bioactive compounds, including drug candidates targeting central nervous system disorders and metabolic diseases. Its stability under a variety of reaction conditions makes it valuable in multi-step synthetic routes.