Used in organic synthesis as a key intermediate for the preparation of various pharmaceutical compounds. It plays a significant role in the development of drugs targeting neurological disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. The Boc protecting group allows for selective reactions, making it valuable in peptide synthesis and the creation of complex molecules. Additionally, it is utilized in the production of chiral ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis, enhancing the efficiency of chemical reactions in medicinal chemistry.