Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective transformations, making it valuable in constructing complex amine-containing compounds. The tert-butyloxycarbonyl (Boc) protecting group stabilizes the amine during reactions, while the bromophenethyl moiety can undergo coupling reactions, such as palladium-catalyzed cross-couplings, enabling the development of targeted molecules for drug discovery. Commonly employed in the synthesis of central nervous system agents and other therapeutic candidates where controlled amine reactivity is required.