Used in pharmaceutical research as a linker or intermediate in the development of targeted drug delivery systems. Its structure supports conjugation with biologically active molecules, particularly in creating prodrugs or antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). The compound’s functional groups allow for stable bonding to both targeting moieties and therapeutic payloads, enhancing specificity and reducing off-target effects. Also explored in the design of enzyme inhibitors due to its ability to mimic peptide substrates, making it valuable in the study of metabolic pathways and disease mechanisms.