Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of serotonin receptor modulators and other central nervous system (CNS) active agents. Its indole core structure makes it valuable in constructing biologically active molecules, especially those targeting neurological disorders. The tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) group provides protection during peptide-like synthesis, allowing selective reactions at other functional sites. The hydroxymethyl and methyl substituents enhance structural diversity for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in drug discovery. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for optimizing potency, selectivity, and metabolic stability of lead compounds.