Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting central nervous system disorders. Its structure supports the creation of complex piperidine-based molecules, which are common in drugs with analgesic, antipsychotic, or antiarrhythmic properties. The tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) group provides protection during peptide or heterocycle synthesis, allowing selective reactions at other functional sites. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for lead optimization due to its favorable steric and electronic characteristics.