Used primarily in peptide synthesis as a protecting group for amino acids, it helps prevent unwanted side reactions during the formation of peptide bonds. The tert-butoxycarbonyl (Boc) group is stable under various reaction conditions but can be easily removed using acidic conditions, making it valuable in organic and medicinal chemistry. It is also employed in the development of pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds, particularly in the synthesis of complex molecules where selective protection and deprotection of functional groups are required. Additionally, it serves as an intermediate in the preparation of other specialty chemicals and fine chemicals.