Used primarily in organic synthesis as an intermediate for the production of various pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds. It serves as a key building block in the development of antiviral and antimicrobial agents, particularly in the synthesis of adamantane derivatives that exhibit therapeutic properties. Additionally, it is employed in research to study the reactivity and behavior of oxime-functionalized molecules, aiding in the design of novel chemical entities with potential applications in medicinal chemistry. Its stable adamantane structure also makes it valuable in materials science for creating robust and thermally stable polymers.