This chemical is primarily used in peptide synthesis as a protecting group for amino acids. The fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl (Fmoc) group protects the amine functionality during the synthesis process, allowing for selective deprotection and elongation of the peptide chain. The tetrazole moiety in the structure can also play a role in coordination chemistry or as a bioisostere in drug design, mimicking carboxylic acids or other functional groups in medicinal chemistry applications. Its application is particularly significant in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS), where it ensures high efficiency and purity of the synthesized peptides. Additionally, it may be used in the development of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the creation of peptide-based drugs or as a building block for more complex organic molecules.