Used primarily in peptide synthesis, this compound serves as a protected amino acid derivative. It is particularly valuable in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) due to its Fmoc protecting group, which can be easily removed under mild basic conditions. The incorporation of fluorine atoms enhances the lipophilicity and metabolic stability of the resulting peptides, making it useful in the development of pharmaceuticals and bioactive peptides. Its application is common in the synthesis of peptide-based drugs, research peptides, and in the study of peptide-protein interactions. Additionally, it is employed in the creation of peptide libraries for drug discovery and optimization.