Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It plays a key role in the preparation of complex organic compounds, especially those requiring cyclohexane-based structures. Its Boc-protected amino group and cyano functionality make it valuable for peptide coupling reactions and the creation of nitrogen-containing heterocycles. Commonly applied in medicinal chemistry research for designing drug candidates targeting neurological disorders, cancer, and infectious diseases. Its stability and reactivity also make it suitable for use in combinatorial chemistry and high-throughput screening processes.