Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of opioid receptor modulators and other central nervous system agents. Its structure allows for selective modification at both the piperidine nitrogen and the carboxylic acid group, enabling the construction of complex bioactive molecules. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for solid-phase and solution-phase peptide-like drug synthesis. The Boc-protected amine ensures stability during reactions, while the carboxylic acid facilitates coupling with amines to form amide bonds. Widely utilized in research settings for generating libraries of compounds targeting neurological disorders and pain management.