Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules targeting central nervous system disorders. This compound incorporates a tert-butoxycarbonyl (Boc) protecting group on the piperazine nitrogen, serving as an amino protecting group to prevent side reactions during synthesis and allowing for facile deprotection. Its structure enables easy modification and incorporation into more complex molecules, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry research. Commonly employed in the preparation of receptor ligands and enzyme inhibitors, especially those involving neurotransmitter systems. Also utilized in the creation of novel piperazine-based derivatives for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.