Used in organic synthesis as an intermediate for glycosylation reactions, particularly in the preparation of complex carbohydrate derivatives. Its protected galactose structure makes it valuable in the development of glycoconjugates for pharmaceutical research, including vaccine candidates and enzyme inhibitors. The benzoyl and methoxyphenyl groups enhance solubility and stability during synthetic processes, allowing selective deprotection and coupling in multi-step routes. Commonly applied in the study of glycosidic bond formation and carbohydrate-based drug design.