Used as a chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of dopamine agonists and drugs targeting neurological disorders. Its protected catechol and amino acid functionality make it valuable in peptide coupling and asymmetric synthesis. Commonly employed in the development of medications for Parkinson’s disease due to its structural similarity to natural catecholamine precursors. Also utilized in research settings for designing enzyme inhibitors and bioactive molecules requiring stereochemical control.