Used primarily in the synthesis of chiral pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, this compound serves as a key intermediate in asymmetric synthesis. Its isocyanate group readily reacts with amines and alcohols, enabling the construction of ureas and carbamates with defined stereochemistry. It is especially valuable in the development of enantiomerically pure drugs, where the (S)-configuration plays a critical role in biological activity. The cyclohexylethyl moiety provides steric bulk and lipophilicity, which can enhance selectivity and stability in final active ingredients. Commonly employed in research and process chemistry for targeted molecule design.