Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals. Its chiral (1R,2R)-2-hydroxycyclopentyl backbone and protected amine group make it valuable in constructing enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates targeting metabolic and neurological disorders. The hydroxy group provides opportunities for further functionalization, while the tert-butyl carbamate allows for selective deprotection, enabling stepwise assembly of complex molecules in multi-step syntheses.