Used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of enantioselective catalysts and bioactive molecules. Its rigid bicyclic structure and defined stereochemistry make it valuable in asymmetric synthesis, where control over three-dimensional molecular architecture is critical. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles found in drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system disorders and enzyme inhibitors. The Boc-protected amine allows for selective deprotection and further functionalization, enabling stepwise assembly of complex molecules.