This compound is primarily used in peptide synthesis, particularly in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS). It serves as a building block for creating specific peptide sequences. The Fmoc (fluorenylmethyloxycarbonyl) group acts as a protective group for the amino group during the synthesis process, ensuring selective reactions at desired sites. The valine (Val) and alanine (Ala) residues contribute to the structure and function of the synthesized peptide, which can be tailored for various applications in biochemistry, pharmaceuticals, and research. After the peptide chain is assembled, the Fmoc group is removed under mild basic conditions, allowing further modifications or the finalization of the peptide product. This compound is essential in the development of therapeutic peptides, enzyme studies, and protein engineering.