Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in pharmaceuticals targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure supports the development of selective receptor modulators, including those for neurological and psychiatric conditions. The tert-butyl carbamate group acts as a protecting group during peptide or heterocycle synthesis, enabling controlled reactivity in multi-step reactions. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates due to its conformational rigidity and metabolic stability.