Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its protected amine group (Boc) allows for selective reactivity, making it valuable in multi-step organic syntheses. The cyano and thiazole functionalities contribute to binding affinity in drug candidates, especially in oncology and anti-inflammatory agents. Commonly employed in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide-like assembly due to stability and ease of deprotection.