This chemical is primarily used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of chiral compounds. Its structure, featuring a Boc-protected amine and a phenyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis. It is often employed in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where stereochemistry plays a critical role in drug efficacy. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the creation of complex molecules for research in medicinal chemistry, enabling the study of new drug candidates. Its chiral nature also makes it useful in asymmetric synthesis, contributing to the production of enantiomerically pure substances.