Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It serves as a building block in the development of chiral compounds due to the presence of a stereogenic center, making it valuable in asymmetric synthesis. Commonly employed in the manufacture of analgesics and central nervous system agents. Also utilized in the synthesis of agrochemicals and specialty polymers. Its amide functionality allows for further derivatization, enabling its use in peptide mimetics and medicinal chemistry research.