Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Its structure allows for the introduction of cyclohexyl and ester functionalities, making it valuable in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Commonly employed in the synthesis of local anesthetics and central nervous system agents due to the presence of the amino ester moiety. Also utilized in the preparation of chiral building blocks for asymmetric synthesis. The compound's amine and ester groups enable further derivatization, supporting its role in medicinal chemistry research and drug discovery.