Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and drug candidates. Its structure features a protected amine group and a chiral pyrrolidine core, making it valuable in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry. Commonly employed in the preparation of enzyme inhibitors, receptor agonists, and central nervous system agents. The tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) protection allows for selective reactivity, enabling controlled stepwise construction of complex amines in multi-step organic syntheses.