Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and drug candidates. Its structure features a protected amine group, making it valuable in peptide synthesis and medicinal chemistry for building complex molecules with controlled reactivity. Commonly employed in the preparation of protease inhibitors and receptor agonists/antagonists due to its stable cyclohexyl scaffold and compatibility with various coupling reactions. Also utilized in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies where precise molecular geometry is required.