This compound is primarily used in peptide synthesis as a building block or intermediate. Its structure includes a fluorenylmethyloxycarbonyl (Fmoc) protecting group, which is widely employed in solid-phase peptide synthesis to protect amino groups during the assembly of peptide chains. The Fmoc group can be selectively removed under mild basic conditions, allowing for the stepwise construction of peptides. Additionally, the presence of a nitro group in the phenyl ring may facilitate further chemical modifications or serve as a handle for specific reactions. Its application is crucial in the development of pharmaceuticals, bioactive peptides, and research involving protein engineering.