Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and drug candidates. Its structure supports the construction of complex amines and nitrogen-containing heterocycles, which are common in medicinal chemistry. The tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) group provides amine protection during multi-step syntheses, allowing selective reactivity. The methoxyethylamino moiety enhances solubility and can influence pharmacokinetic properties. Commonly employed in the preparation of protease inhibitors, receptor agonists, and central nervous system agents. Also utilized in combinatorial chemistry and library synthesis for high-throughput screening.