This chemical is primarily used in the field of peptide synthesis as a protecting group for amino acids. It is particularly valuable in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS), where it helps to prevent unwanted reactions during the assembly of peptide chains. The fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl (Fmoc) group, which is part of this compound, is widely employed due to its stability under various reaction conditions and its ease of removal under mild basic conditions, such as using piperidine. This makes it an essential tool for researchers and chemists working on the development of peptides for pharmaceutical, biochemical, and biotechnological applications. Additionally, its chiral nature allows for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure peptides, which is crucial for studying biological activity and developing therapeutic agents.