This chemical is primarily used in the field of peptide synthesis and organic chemistry as a building block or intermediate. Its structure, featuring a fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl (Fmoc) protecting group, makes it particularly valuable in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS). The Fmoc group protects the amino functionality during the synthesis process, allowing for selective deprotection and subsequent coupling of amino acids to form peptides. The cyclopentene ring in its structure can also be utilized in the development of constrained peptides or peptidomimetics, which are important in drug discovery and biochemical research. Additionally, its carboxylic acid group enables further functionalization or conjugation, making it a versatile reagent in the synthesis of complex organic molecules.