Used as a chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of fluorinated aryl-based drugs. Its stereochemistry and functional groups allow for selective coupling reactions, making it valuable in constructing complex molecules for medicinal chemistry. Commonly employed in the preparation of protease inhibitors and other bioactive agents where precise spatial arrangement of atoms is critical for activity. The Boc-protected amine and carboxylic acid functionalities enable stepwise deprotection and peptide-like bond formation, facilitating its incorporation into larger drug candidates.