Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where a protected amine functionality is required. The tert-butyloxycarbonyl (Boc) group provides stability during multi-step reactions and can be easily removed under mild acidic conditions, making it ideal for peptide synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry. The cyclohexyl backbone with a defined stereochemistry supports the construction of conformationally constrained molecules, often found in drugs targeting central nervous system disorders, metabolic diseases, and inflammatory conditions. Its structure is also utilized in medicinal chemistry for optimizing pharmacokinetic properties such as solubility, metabolic stability, and bioavailability.