Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of protease inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its structure supports chiral synthesis, making it valuable in asymmetric synthesis routes where stereochemistry is critical. The Boc-protected amine group allows for selective deprotection and further functionalization, useful in peptide-like chain elongation. The furan ring can serve as a versatile handle for additional chemical modifications or as a structural mimic in drug design. Commonly applied in research settings for constructing complex organic molecules with therapeutic potential.