Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents and receptor modulators. Its fluorinated cyclohexyl structure enhances metabolic stability and membrane permeability, making it valuable in drug design for improving bioavailability. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing bioactive molecules, especially in programs targeting neurological disorders and inflammation. Also utilized in the preparation of analogs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its rigid aliphatic ring and polar functional groups.