Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents and selective receptor modulators. Its structural configuration supports the creation of bioactive molecules with improved stereochemical precision. Commonly employed in the preparation of serotonin and dopamine receptor ligands due to the amine functionality and conformational stability provided by the cyclohexane ring. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry for building chiral scaffolds in drug design, enhancing metabolic stability and target selectivity.