This chemical is primarily used in the field of peptide synthesis, particularly in the preparation of glycopeptides. It serves as a building block for incorporating serine residues that are glycosylated with a tetraacetylated glucose moiety. The Fmoc group provides protection for the amino group during solid-phase peptide synthesis, ensuring selective reactions at other sites. The acetyl groups on the glucose moiety protect the hydroxyl groups, preventing unwanted side reactions. This compound is valuable in the development of glycopeptides for research in biochemistry, drug discovery, and the study of protein-glycan interactions, which are crucial for understanding biological processes and designing therapeutic agents.