This compound is widely used in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of chiral intermediates for pharmaceuticals. It serves as a key building block in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the synthesis of drugs targeting the central nervous system. The Boc (tert-butyloxycarbonyl) protecting group allows for selective reactions at other functional sites, making it valuable in peptide and small molecule synthesis. Additionally, its chiral structure is crucial for producing enantiomerically pure compounds, which are essential for ensuring the efficacy and safety of many therapeutic agents. It is also employed in research for designing novel compounds with potential biological activity.