Used in the synthesis of complex indole alkaloids and pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly in the development of serotonin receptor agonists and other neuroactive compounds. The Boc-protected indole scaffold allows for selective functionalization at the nitrogen while the hydroxymethyl and methoxy groups provide sites for further chemical modification. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building blocks in tryptamine and ergot alkaloid analogs. Its protected form enables compatibility with multi-step synthetic sequences, especially in the preparation of bioactive molecules targeting central nervous system disorders.