This chemical is primarily used in peptide synthesis as a protecting group for serine residues. The Boc (tert-butoxycarbonyl) group protects the amino group, while the benzyl (Obzl) group protects the hydroxyl group of serine. This allows for selective reactions to occur at other sites of the peptide chain without interference. It is particularly useful in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS), where it ensures the correct sequence and structure of the peptide. After the synthesis is complete, the protecting groups can be removed under specific conditions to yield the desired peptide. This compound is essential in the production of complex peptides for research, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology applications.