Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and drug candidates. Its protected amine group and reactive hydroxymethyl functionality make it valuable for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building blocks in CNS agents, receptor agonists, or kinase inhibitors. The Boc-protected tetrahydropyridine scaffold allows for selective modifications, enabling efficient route design in multistep organic synthesis.