Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of protease inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its rigid bicyclic structure and defined stereochemistry make it valuable for constructing stereoselective drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry targeting metabolic and viral diseases. The Boc-protected amine and carboxylic acid functionalities allow for straightforward incorporation into peptide-like frameworks, enabling efficient optimization of pharmacokinetic properties.