This compound is primarily used in peptide synthesis as a protected amino acid derivative. It serves as a building block for constructing peptides, where the fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl (Fmoc) group acts as a temporary protecting group for the amino functionality during the synthesis process. The 2,4-dichlorophenyl moiety contributes to the compound's unique properties, making it useful in the preparation of specialized peptides, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is commonly employed in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) to ensure precise and controlled assembly of peptide chains, enabling the production of complex biomolecules for drug discovery and biochemical studies.