Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing heterocyclic scaffolds. Commonly employed in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide-like synthesis due to the presence of both carboxylic acid and protected amine groups. The Boc-protected amine ensures stability during reactions while enabling deprotection for further coupling steps. Frequently utilized in research settings for drug discovery programs targeting inflammatory diseases, cancer, and central nervous system disorders.