Used as a protected amine intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing. Its strained bicyclic structure and tert-butyloxycarbonyl (Boc) protecting group make it valuable for constructing complex molecules where controlled deprotection and functionalization are required. Commonly employed in the development of bioactive compounds, including drug candidates that require specific stereochemistry and ring strain for activity. The compound facilitates selective reactions in multi-step syntheses due to the stability and ease of removal of the Boc group under mild acidic conditions.