Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators. Its structure supports the construction of bioactive molecules with improved metabolic stability and binding affinity. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for optimizing lead compounds in drug discovery programs. The tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) protection allows for selective functionalization of the azetidine ring, making it valuable in multi-step organic syntheses. Also utilized in the preparation of peptidomimetics and small molecule therapeutics targeting neurological and inflammatory disorders.