Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in constructing complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building blocks in drug discovery programs, especially in the preparation of nicotinic acid derivatives with potential anti-inflammatory, anticancer, or antiviral properties. The Boc-protected group enables controlled deprotection and coupling reactions, facilitating peptide-like bond formation in multi-step organic syntheses.