Used primarily as an intermediate in the production of adipic acid and caprolactam, which are key precursors for nylon manufacturing. It serves as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions involving addition across the double bond, such as hydrogenation, epoxidation, and hydrohalogenation. Commonly employed in laboratory settings for teaching and research due to its reactivity and ease of handling. Also utilized in the preparation of cyclohexanol and cyclohexanone through oxidation processes. Acts as a solvent and reagent in polymerization reactions and industrial formulations where a reactive, non-aromatic cyclic hydrocarbon is needed.