Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antiviral and antidiabetic agents. Its rigid, stereochemically defined structure makes it valuable for constructing complex molecules where precise three-dimensional orientation is critical for biological activity. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for peptidomimetic design and as a building block in asymmetric synthesis. The presence of both carboxylic acid and Boc-protected amine functionalities allows for sequential coupling reactions, enabling efficient incorporation into larger molecular frameworks.