Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceutical compounds. It serves as a building block for ligands in medicinal chemistry due to its rigid cyclohexane backbone and the presence of a piperidine group, which can enhance binding affinity to biological targets. Commonly employed in the synthesis of receptor modulators, including those targeting central nervous system disorders. Also utilized in the preparation of novel analogs for structure-activity relationship studies. Its amide derivatives are explored in drug discovery for improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.