This compound is primarily utilized in peptide synthesis as a building block. It serves as a protected amino acid derivative, where the fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl (Fmoc) group acts as a temporary protecting group for the amine functionality. This allows for controlled and sequential peptide chain elongation in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS). The trifluoromethylphenyl group adds unique properties, such as enhanced lipophilicity and potential bioactivity, making it valuable in the development of peptide-based pharmaceuticals or bioactive molecules. Its application is particularly significant in the synthesis of peptides with specific structural or functional requirements, such as those targeting receptors or enzymes in drug discovery.