Used primarily in the pharmaceutical industry, it serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various drug molecules. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances the bioavailability and metabolic stability of the compounds it forms. It is also employed in the development of agrochemicals, where it contributes to the creation of more effective and selective pesticides. Additionally, its cyclohexylamine structure is valuable in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules with specific stereochemistry.