This chemical is primarily used in peptide synthesis, particularly in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) methods. It serves as a protected amino acid derivative of N-methyl-D-tryptophan, where the Fmoc (fluorenylmethyloxycarbonyl) group protects the amino group, and the Boc (tert-butyloxycarbonyl) group protects the indole side chain. The N-methylation of the D-tryptophan residue enhances the stability and bioavailability of the resulting peptides, making it valuable in the development of peptide-based drugs. It is commonly employed in the production of therapeutic peptides, peptidomimetics, and bioactive compounds, especially in research focused on oncology, neurology, and endocrinology. The protective groups can be selectively removed under specific conditions, allowing for precise control during peptide chain assembly.