Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Its ketone and ester functional groups allow for versatile chemical transformations, such as reductions, Grignard reactions, and cyclizations. Commonly employed in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where a cyclohexyl backbone with functional handles is required. Also utilized in fragrance synthesis due to its ability to form complex cyclic structures. Suitable for use in research settings for building molecular complexity in medicinal chemistry projects.