Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that require piperazine ring systems. The 2-(cyanomethyl) group enables further functionalization, such as conversion of the nitrile to carboxylic acid or amide, facilitating diverse modifications for pharmacological applications. Its structure allows for selective modifications, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating drug candidates targeting neurological disorders, metabolic diseases, and infections. The tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) group provides protection during synthesis, enabling controlled reactions in multi-step organic transformations. Commonly employed in research laboratories and industrial drug discovery programs for building complex molecules with improved bioavailability and target specificity.