This specialty chemical is a key building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of peptides containing dehydroalanine (Dha) residues and other complex organic molecules. As N-(tert-butyloxycarbonyl)-protected methyl 2-aminoacrylate, it incorporates a Boc-protected amino group alongside a reactive acrylate moiety. The Boc protection safeguards the amino functionality during peptide coupling, while the acrylate enables Michael additions, cross-linking, or further derivatization. This versatility supports the construction of diverse molecular architectures, including pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds requiring precise structural control. Its balance of stability and reactivity renders it invaluable in academic research and industrial processes.