This chemical is primarily used in the synthesis of peptides and peptidomimetics, where it serves as a building block for introducing specific structural features. Its tert-butoxycarbonyl (Boc) protecting group ensures selective reactivity during peptide coupling reactions, while the terminal alkene functionality allows for further chemical modifications, such as cross-coupling or click chemistry. It is particularly valuable in medicinal chemistry for developing bioactive compounds, including enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators, due to its ability to mimic natural amino acids while offering synthetic versatility. Additionally, it is employed in the preparation of chiral intermediates for asymmetric synthesis, contributing to the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals.