Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for selective functionalization at nitrogen and carbon positions, making it valuable in constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles. Commonly employed in the development of protease inhibitors and central nervous system agents. The Cbz-protected dihydropyridine scaffold is also utilized in medicinal chemistry for building blocks in drug discovery, especially in routes requiring mild deprotection conditions.