Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals. Its chiral cyclopentyl core makes it valuable in constructing enantiomerically pure molecules, such as protease inhibitors and other therapeutic agents. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to the stability and steric bulk provided by the tert-butoxycarbonyl (Boc) protecting group, which safeguards the amine functionality during multi-step syntheses and can be readily removed under acidic conditions. Also utilized in the preparation of cyclic ketone-based scaffolds for drug discovery programs targeting central nervous system disorders and metabolic diseases.