Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules. Its protected amine group and carboxylic acid functionality make it valuable in peptide coupling and solid-phase synthesis. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems, especially in drug discovery programs targeting oncology and inflammatory diseases. The Boc-protected imidazole scaffold allows for selective reactions and improved stability during multi-step syntheses.