Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and biologically active compounds. The Boc-protected amine group allows for controlled deprotection under mild acidic conditions, making it valuable in multi-step organic syntheses. Commonly employed in the preparation of pyridine-containing drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and central nervous system agents. Its structure supports the construction of complex molecules where selective reactivity and stability are required. Also utilized in combinatorial chemistry and medicinal chemistry research for building nitrogen-containing heterocycles.