Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and biologically active compounds. Its structure contains a protected amine and a ketone functional group, making it valuable for constructing complex molecules through selective reactions. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for developing cyclohexyl-based scaffolds in drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system disorders and metabolic diseases. The tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) protection allows for controlled deprotection under mild acidic conditions, enabling stepwise synthesis in peptide-like frameworks. Also utilized in the synthesis of steroidal analogs and enzyme inhibitors.