Used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where it serves as a key intermediate. Its Boc-protected amine group allows for selective reactions in complex organic syntheses. It is also employed in the preparation of peptide analogs and other biologically active compounds, facilitating the introduction of the piperidine ring structure. Additionally, it finds application in medicinal chemistry research for the design and optimization of drug candidates targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.