Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, particularly in the development of active ingredients requiring specific stereochemistry. Its functional groups allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in creating complex organic molecules. Also employed in the fragrance industry due to its ability to act as a stabilizer and solvent for aromatic compounds. Additionally, used as a solvent in paints and coatings owing to its slow evaporation and flow-improving properties, yielding smooth finishes; popular in industrial and wood paints. Serves as a starting material for other chemicals needing a cyclohexanone structure with an ether group, offering stability and compatibility with various polymer systems. Suitable for research in developing new synthetic pathways.