Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that require a protected amine functionality. Its rigid bicyclic structure helps influence the conformation of drug molecules, enhancing selectivity and metabolic stability. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for optimizing pharmacokinetic properties and improving target binding in central nervous system (CNS) agents and receptor modulators. The tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) group allows for mild deprotection, enabling stepwise synthesis in complex molecule assembly.