Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents and metabolic disease treatments. Its fluorinated cyclohexyl structure enhances metabolic stability and membrane permeability, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates. Commonly incorporated into small molecules where improved pharmacokinetic properties and target selectivity are required. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing bioactive molecules with enhanced environmental stability.