Used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of polymers and resins due to its reactive carboxylic acid groups and rigid cyclohexene backbone. Its structure supports the development of specialty polyesters and copolymers with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties. Also employed in the synthesis of plasticizers and cross-linking agents, where the cis-configuration influences molecular packing and material flexibility. Additionally, it finds use in research for designing chiral compounds and intermediates in pharmaceuticals.