This compound is primarily used in peptide synthesis, particularly in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) methods. It serves as a key building block for introducing specific structural motifs into peptides, such as piperidine derivatives, which are important in drug design and medicinal chemistry. The Fmoc (fluorenylmethyloxycarbonyl) and Boc (tert-butyloxycarbonyl) protecting groups ensure selective deprotection during the synthesis process, allowing for precise control over the peptide chain assembly. Its application is critical in the development of bioactive peptides, peptidomimetics, and small molecule drugs targeting various diseases, including cancer, neurological disorders, and infectious diseases. Additionally, it is utilized in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for research and pharmaceutical purposes.