This compound is widely used in organic synthesis as a protected intermediate in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. Its tert-butoxycarbonyl (Boc) group serves as a protective moiety for the amine functionality, allowing selective reactions to occur on other parts of the molecule without interference. It is particularly valuable in peptide synthesis, where it helps in the stepwise construction of peptide chains. Additionally, the cyclohexanol structure provides a rigid framework, making it useful in the design of compounds with specific stereochemical properties. Its mixture of diastereomers can be separated and utilized to explore stereoselective reactions, contributing to the development of chiral drugs and fine chemicals.